Connecticut State Building Code’s Adoption Process

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What is the Connecticut State Building Code’s adoption process?


See below.


Adopted Model Codes


The 2022 Connecticut State Building Code (CSBC) is based on the International Code Council’s widely adopted 2021 International Codes and references the ICC A117.1-2017 standard for accessibility and applies to projects with permit applications filed from October 1, 2022.


The 2022 CSBC adopts the following model codes:


2021 International Building Code
2021 International Existing Building Code
2021 International Plumbing Code
2021 International Mechanical Code
2021 International Residential Code
2021 International Energy Conservation Code
2021 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code
2020 National Electrical Code (NFPA 70)
2017 ICC A117.1 Accessible and Usable Buildings & Facilities

The 2018 Connecticut State Building Code is based on the International Code Council’s widely adopted 2015 International Codes, references the ICC A117.1-2009 standard for accessibility, and applies to projects with permit applications filed from October 1, 2018, to September 30, 2022.


The 2018 CSBC adopts the following model codes:


2015 International Building Code
2015 International Existing Building Code
2015 International Plumbing Code
2015 International Mechanical Code
2015 International Residential Code
2015 International Energy Conservation Code
2017 National Electrical Code (NFPA 70)
2009 ICC A117.1 Accessible and Usable Buildings & Facilities


The 2016 Connecticut State Building Code is based on the International Code Council’s widely adopted 2015 International Codes and applies to projects with permit applications filed from October 1, 2016, to September 30, 2018.


The 2016 CSBC adopts the following model codes:


2012 International Building Code
2012 International Existing Building Code
2012 International Plumbing Code
2012 International Mechanical Code
2012 International Residential Code
2012 International Energy Conservation Code
2014 National Electrical Code (NFPA 70)
2009 ICC A117.1 Accessible and Usable Buildings & Facilities


State Building Codes Modifications and Exemptions