Building Codes

Applicable Building Codes

  • 2018 International Building Code (with amendments)
  • 2018 International Residential Code (with amendments)
  • 2018 International Mechanical Code (with amendments)
  • 2018 International Energy Conservation Code
  • Maryland Rehabilitation Code (COMAR 05.16.01, 2009 International Existing Building Code (w/amendments))
  • 2020 National Electrical Code (NEC)
  • 2018 International Plumbing Code (with amendments)
  • 2018 International Fuel Gas Code
  • 2021 Life Safety Code (NFPA 101)
  • Maryland Accessibility Code (COMAR 05.02.02)
  • Maryland Fire Prevention Code (COMAR 29.06.01 thru 29.06.16,  Uniform Fire Code - NFPA 1)
Note: Adoption of codes and local amendments can be found in the Code of the Town of Bel Air.