INTERNATIONAL CODE COUNCIL (ICC)

The International Code Council (ICC) was founded as a result of a merger between three existing model code organizations: the Building Officials and Code Administrators International (BOCA), the International Conference of Building Officials (ICBO), and the Southern Building Code Congress International (SBCCI). It is a non-profit organization that develops model codes and standards for building safety and fire prevention. The ICC was established in 1994 as a consolidation of three model code organizations: the Building Officials and Code Administrators (BOCA), the International Conference of Building Officials (ICBO), and the Southern Building Code Congress International (SBCCI).

The ICC is recognized as a leading authority in building safety and fire prevention by federal, state, and local government agencies, as well as the construction industry. The ICC develops model codes and standards that are used as the basis for building codes adopted by states and local jurisdictions in the United States, as well as internationally.

The ICC develops a variety of codes and standards, including the International Building Code (IBC), International Residential Code (IRC), International Fire Code (IFC), and International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), among others. These codes and standards cover a wide range of topics related to building safety, including structural design, fire prevention, plumbing, mechanical systems, and energy efficiency.

In addition to developing model codes and standards, the ICC also provides education and training on building safety and fire prevention. The ICC offers certification programs for building inspectors, plans examiners, and other construction industry professionals. The organization also provides resources and support for communities to implement and enforce building codes that promote safety and sustainability.