2018 International Building Code (International Code Council Series)

Are you looking for the most comprehensive and up-to-date building code book on the market? Look no further! Introducing the 2018 International Building Code (International Code Council Series). This code book is packed with essential information that applies to all buildings, ensuring that your construction projects meet the highest standards of safety and compliance.

With the 2018 IBC, you benefit from the latest changes and updates that have been made to the code. Now, accessory storage spaces of any size can be classified as part of the occupancy they are accessory to, giving you more flexibility in design and usage. New code sections have also been introduced to address medical gas systems and higher education laboratories, keeping you informed on the newest regulations.

One of the notable changes in the 2018 IBC is the limitation on the use of fire walls to create separate buildings. The code now specifies that fire walls can only be used to determine permissible types of construction based on the allowable building area and height. Additionally, the opening of elevator hoistway doors into fire-resistance-rated corridors must be protected to prevent smoke intrusion, enhancing the safety of building occupants.

To ensure accurate occupancy calculations, the occupant load factor for business uses has been revised to one occupant per 150 square feet. This brings greater precision and compliance in determining the appropriate capacity for your commercial spaces. Your deck and balcony designs are also improved, as the deck live load has been increased to one and one-half times the live load of the area served, ensuring durability and stability.

With the 2018 IBC, you'll stay up to date with the latest wind speed maps, including those specifically designed for the state of Hawaii. The terminology describing wind speeds has also been updated, with ultimate design wind speeds now referred to as basic design wind speeds. Site soil coefficients now correspond to the newest generation of ground motion attenuation equations, providing more accurate seismic values for your projects.

Ensure the structural integrity of your wood trusses with the requirement for periodic special inspections of five-foot tall trusses requiring permanent bracing. This verification process guarantees that the necessary bracing is correctly installed, giving you peace of mind in the long-term durability of your structures. The addition of a new alternative fastener schedule further bolsters construction options, offering equivalent power-driven fasteners for the 20-penny nail.

Don't miss out on the opportunity to benefit from the reduced span lengths of solid sawn lumber header and girder spans for exterior bearing walls. These reductions allow for the use of #2 Southern Pine design values, making your projects more efficient and cost-effective.

Stay ahead of the game and ensure your construction projects meet and exceed the highest safety and compliance standards. Get your copy of the 2018 International Building Code (International Code Council Series) today! Click here to make your purchase.