Norwalk, Connecticut Building Codes

Building Codes References

• Connecticut has adopted mandatory statewide codes (see below). Connecticut’s state codes cannot be amended locally. Information may also be found on the Department of Public Safety website.
Code TypeCode ModelAmendment Contact
Building/Dwelling Code2003 IBC; 2003 IRC (State Building Code, 2005 CT supplement)Office of the State Building Inspector,
(860) 685-8310 and online.
Structural Code2003 IBC; 2003 IRC (State Building Code, 2005 CT supplement)Office of the State Building Inspector,
(860) 685-8310 and online.
Plumbing CodeIPC 2003 (State Building Code, 2005 CT supplement)Office of the State Building Inspector,
(860) 685-8310 and online.
Mechanical CodeIMC 2003 (State Building Code, 2005 CT supplement)Office of the State Building Inspector,
(860) 685-8310 and online.
Electrical Code2005 NEC (NFPA-70)Office of the State Building Inspector,
(860) 685-8310 and online.
Accessibility CodeICC/ANSI A117.1 2003Office of the State Building Inspector,
(860) 685-8310 and online.
Energy Code2003 International Energy Conservation Code (re-adopted with changes)Office of the State Building Inspector,
(860) 685-8310 and online.
Elevator Code2005 CT State Elevator Code (ASME A17.1-1996 with 1997 & 1998 Addenda)Office of the State Building Inspector,
(860) 685-8310 and online.

Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)

Authorities Having Jurisdiction are those government officials who are the final authority on questions in a particular area (or jurisdiction).
Jurisdictional AreaContact
StructuralWilliam Ireland
Chief Building Official
Phone: (203) 854-7760
MechanicalBrian Garry
Mechanical Inspector
Phone: (203) 854-7966
ElectricalSal Cenatiempo
Electrical Inspector
Phone: (203) 854-7968
Fire MarshalFire Marshal
Phone: (203) 866-3312
ZoningMichael B. Greene
Director of Planning & Zoning
Phone: (203) 854-7780
Fax: (203) 854-7958
PlanningMichael B. Greene
Director of Planning & Zoning
Phone: (203) 854-7780
Fax: (203) 854-7958
City AttorneyPeter Nolan
Corporation Counsel
Phone: (203) 854-7750
Public WorksHarold Alvord
Director
Phone: (203) 857-7791
Building codes are also available for these other Connecticut municipalities: