The 2003 editions of the International Building, Residential, Mechanical and Fire Codes (I-Codes) will replace the Uniform Codes in Seattle this summer. The Department of Planning and Development (DPD) is trying to stay with the State’s effective date of July 1, 2004, but adoption of the codes in Seattle may take a bit longer.

Applicants may use the I-Codes before Seattle formally adopts them, but should call (206) 684-8850 for a presubmittal conference before proceeding with design. During the 60-day period after the effective date, applicants can choose whether to use the
I-Codes or the Uniform Codes.

NOTE: The Uniform Plumbing Code, National Electrical Code, and Washington State Energy Code with Seattle amendments will continue to be enforced in Seattle and Washington.

Informative I-Codes Flyer Series Coming Soon
Be watching for a new series of flyers, “Get to Know the I-Codes,” coming this spring. This series will explore the differences between the Uniform and International Codes and will be posted on our new Technical Codes website. Printed copies will also be available from our Public Resource Center, located on the 20th floor of Key Tower at 700 Fifth Avenue, (206) 684-8467.

Purchasing Codes
Copies of the new I-Codes can be purchased from:

• WA Association of Building Officials
  (360) 586-6725, www.wabo.org
  
• International Code Council
  (800) 284-4406, www.iccsafe.org

Code Trainings

• WA Association of Building Officials
  (360) 586-6725, www.wabo.org
• International Code Council
  (800) 284-4406, www.iccsafe.org
  
• American Institute of Architects - Seattle
  (206) 448-4938, www.aiaseattle.org
  
• Structural Engineers Association of WA
  (206) 682-6026, www.seaw.org
  
• Building Industry Association of WA
  (360) 352-7800, www.biaw.com
  
• Master Builders Assn. of King/Snoho. Counties
  (425) 451-7920, www.mba-ks.com