Building Code I

Building codes establish classifications on occupancy and types of construction in order to define principles that will provide further guidelines in egress and safety. In this week’s class, we will begin reviewing the international building code, specifically Chapter 3 - Occupancy Classification and Use, Chapter 5 - General Building Heights and Areas, and Chapter 6 - Types of Construction. We will review the overall principles that determine how to architects can start making these decisions and the influence they have on one another.