RedVector RV-10727

2015 International Residential Code (IRC): Significant Changes

2015 International Residential Code (IRC): Significant Changes

3 hrs. Online Course

Level: Intermediate

Item#: RV-10727

SME: Sandra Hyde, P.E.

This course reviews and analyzes selected significant changes from Chapters 1-4 of the 2015 International Residential Code (IRC). It assists building officials, plans examiners, inspectors and design professionals in identifying the specific code changes in Chapters 1-4 that have occurred and understanding the reason behind the changes. This course uses the Significant Changes to the International Residential Code, 2015 Edition.
 
Topics include changes to accessory structure scoping, guard height, wind speed and exposure category determination, discussion of a new standard for sunrooms, new tables for minimum footing size, clarification of townhouse separation, emergency escape and rescue openings, stairway illumination and fire protection of floors, and a new requirement for a written statement of the reason for disapproval of an alternate material or method.
 
Developed in Partnership with the International Code Council.
Course Objectives
At the end of this course, you will be able to:

 

  • Identify the most significant differences between the 2012 IRC and the 2015 IRC. ï‚§
  • Identify key changes in organization and code requirements. ï‚§
  • Determine the applicability of new design, plan review and inspection requirements. ï‚§
  • Apply changes to guard heights, wind speed and exposure requirements. ï‚§
  • Explain changes to clarified code provisions to permit applicants and contractors at the job site.
State Licenses
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FL - Building Code Administrator (General - 0611749)
Accreditation: FL DBPR Approved Provider 0001771
FL - Contractor, Certified (General - 0611749)
Accreditation: FL DBPR Approved Provider 0001771
FL - Contractor, Palm Beach County (General - 0611749)
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FL - Contractor, Pinellas County (General - 0611749)
Accreditation: FL DBPR Approved Provider 0001771
FL - Contractor, Registered (General - 0611749)
Accreditation: FL DBPR Approved Provider 0001771
FL - Engineer (General - 0000273)
Accreditation: This course reviews and analyzes selected significant changes from Chapters 1-4 of the 2015 International Residential Code (IRC). It assists building officials, plans examiners, inspectors and design professionals in identifying the specific code changes in Chapters 1-4 that have occurred and understanding the reason behind the changes. This course uses the Significant Changes to the International Residential Code, 2015 Edition.
FL - Examiner (General - 0611749)
Accreditation: FL DBPR Approved Provider 0001771
FL - Firesafety Inspector (General - ATPC14378)
FL - Inspector (General - 0611749)
Accreditation: FL DBPR Approved Provider 0001771
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Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
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IN - Architect (General - RV1820-2026)
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Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
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ME - Engineer (General - ,)
MI - Contractor, Residential Builder and M & A (Codes, General)
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MN - Engineer (General - ,)
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MT - Engineer (General - ,)
NC - Engineer (General - ,)
ND - Engineer (Health, Safety & Welfare - ,)
NE - Architect (Health, Safety & Welfare)
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NY - Architect (General - RV1820-2026)
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WA - Architect (General - RV1820-2026)
Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
WI - Architect (General - RV1820-2026)
Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
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WV - Engineer (General - ,)
WY - Engineer (General - ,)
Professional Organizations
American Academy of Environmental Engineers - AAEES - Member (General - ,)
American Institute of Architects - AIA - Architects (General - RV1820-2026)
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Canada - Alberta Architect (General - RV1820-2026)
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Canada - British Columbia Architect (AIBC) (General - RV1820-2026)
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Canada - Manitoba Architect (General - RV1820-2026)
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Canada - New Brunswick Architect (General - RV1820-2026)
Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
Canada - New Brunswick Engineer (General - ,)
Canada - Newfoundland and Labrador Engineer (General - ,)
Canada - Northwest Territories and Nunavut Engineer (General - ,)
Canada - Northwest Territory Architect / Restricted Practitioner (General - RV1820-2026)
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Canada - Nova Scotia Architect (General - RV1820-2026)
Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
Canada - Nova Scotia Engineer (General - ,)
Canada - Ontario Architect (General - RV1820-2026)
Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
Canada - Ontario Engineer (General - ,)
Canada - Prince Edward Island Architect (General - RV1820-2026)
Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
Canada - Prince Edward Island Engineer (General - ,)
Canada - Quebec Architect (General - RV1820-2026)
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Canada - Quebec Engineer (General - ,)
Canada - Saskatchewan Architect (General - RV1820-2026)
Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
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Canada - Yukon Engineer (General - ,)
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