Codes

[sparcebag]

I've a PDF of the building codes 2007,Think I should post it here its really confusing unless ya know what your after.If so how would I post a PDF.

[Roofer]

What code is it? UBC, IRC, '01 '06???????? Lots of the codes haven't even been adopted yet. Many of them are interpretive or amended.

It's a good idea, just trying to clarify.

[Surface Tension]

sparcebag to view a pdf file you'd either have to host that on your photo sharing site and then post a link to it. Or just post the link to site its on now. Links to government sites are OK to post btw. Good Idea.

[Tom7227]

Here's the link:

http://www.doli.state.mn.us/pdf/bc_2007msbc.pdf

[Surface Tension]

Guys, go ahead and link or paste any references you see fit here.

[sparcebag]

I tried a free program to convert to JPG to post here I only get the first page.Dont know what I'm doing,I'm computer Illiterate

[FLaker]

I believe in MN it is IRC 06 and selected portions of UBC. You will need a copy of those codes to really possess all codes enforced in MN. The MN code is in addition to and/or instead of parts of these national codes.

FLaker

[Roofer]

 Originally Posted By: FLaker

I believe in MN it is IRC 06 and selected portions of UBC. You will need a copy of those codes to really possess all codes enforced in MN. The MN code is in addition to and/or instead of parts of these national codes.

FLaker

You are right, but it depends on what parts of it are actually adopted. Some are changed also depending on what part of the state you are in. There is big discussion about this reguarding to the energy code, storms, other weather, mold, etc, etc......

It seems there is no end.

I think it is still compliant to build a Cat.1 or 2 UBC home. Not sure though.

[Lund4ver]

With regards to codes as well, individual cities can set building codes as well, that are more stringent then state codes.

[MNice]

Not in MN they can't, if you go above & beyond State code, you must do it by City ordinance which the city should provide you with the ordinance if you ask. Minneapolis & St Paul are an exception, because they had a code before the State did. As an inspector, I always advise contractors if they are having as issue with someone requiring more than the code, politely ask the inspector to show you or tell you the code section.

[justinman]

Correct. MN state code takes precedence. I believe the link that was posted above brings you to the ammendments to the MN code. On thing I have experienced is the state will give their opinion on how a code should be interpreted but the local building officials will have final say.

[BobT]

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MN state code takes precedence. I

This would be true but aren't the codes the minimum requirement and therefore if a local code is more restrictive it would be applicable? I know that's how it works with electrical codes.

[muchowja]

That used to be true but no longer.

[WallEYES]

The state building code is minimum standards or req's, but if a city changes a section of the code by an ordinance then enforcement is by ordinance adopted and can be above and beyond what the state building code req's.

[FCspringer]

There is suposed to be a whole new 2009 uniform book. Also one coming in 2012.

[MNice]

Yep, the International codes are updated every 3 years. In MN we are not adopting the 09 at all, we just got into the 06. Our next code will probably be the 12 with MN amendments.

[SkunkedAgain]

Here is a direct link to the 2007 Minnesota State Building Code:

http://www.dli.mn.gov/CCLD/PDF/bc_2007msbc.pdf

The parent link to that with additional information is:

http://www.dli.mn.gov/CCLD/Codes.asp

[FishDepot]

Existing Minnesota Statute that prohibits cities, townships and counties from adopting building codes or ordinances that are more restrictive than the State Building Code. They cannot do it.

326B.121 STATE BUILDING CODE; APPLICATION AND ENFORCEMENT.

Subdivision 1. Application. The State Building Code is the standard that applies statewide for the construction, reconstruction, alteration, and repair of buildings and other structures of the type governed by the code. The State Building Code supersedes the building code of any

municipality. The State Building Code does not apply to agricultural buildings except with respect to state inspections required or rulemaking authorized by sections 103F.141; 216C.19, subdivision 9; and 326B.36.

Subd. 1a. Municipal ordinance; completion of exterior work. A municipality may by ordinance adopt an official control that requires exterior work authorized by a building permit issued in accordance with the State Building Code, to be completed within a specified number of

days following issuance of the building permit. The local regulation may not require completion of exterior work earlier than 180 days following the issuance of the permit.

Subd. 2. Municipal enforcement.(a) If, as of January 1, 2008, a municipality has in effect an ordinance adopting the State Building Code, that municipality must continue to administer and enforce the State Building Code within its jurisdiction. The municipality is prohibited from repealing its ordinance adopting the State Building Code. This paragraph does not apply to municipalities with a population of less than 2,500 according to the last federal census that are located outside of a metropolitan county, as defined in section 473.121, subdivision 4.

( If a municipality is not required by paragraph (a) to administer and enforce the State Building Code, the municipality may choose to administer and enforce the State Building Code within its jurisdiction by adopting the code by ordinance.

(c) A municipality must not by ordinance, or through development agreement, require building code provisions regulating components or systems of any structure that are different from any provision of the State Building Code. This subdivision does not prohibit a municipality from enacting or enforcing an ordinance requiring existing components or systems of any structure to be maintained in a safe and sanitary condition or in good repair, but not exceeding the standards under which the structure was built, reconstructed, or altered, or the component or system was installed, unless specific retroactive provisions for existing buildings have been adopted as part of the State Building Code. A municipality may, with the approval of the state building official, adopt an ordinance that is more restrictive than the State Building Code where geological conditions warrant a more restrictive ordinance. A municipality may appeal the disapproval of a more restrictive ordinance to the commissioner. An appeal under this subdivision is subject to the schedule, fee, procedures, cost provisions, and appeal rights set out in section 326B.139.