Iowa Building Codes
Below you can find links to Building Codes and Authorities Having Jurisdiction for the state of Iowa.
This information is obtained directly to the source -- the city, county and state building departments that issue these codes. If you find an error, please send an e-mail with the updated information to RCDWebmaster@ReedBusiness.com.
Additional Resources
Iowa has adopted a new state building code, referencing the 2006 International Building Code. The new code became effective on January 1, 2007
Iowa's codes below apply only to state-owned buildings and in areas that adopt the State Building Codes, unless otherwise indicated.
Iowa's codes below apply only to state-owned buildings and in areas that adopt the State Building Codes, unless otherwise indicated.
Iowa Building Codes
| Code Type | Code Model | Amendment Contact |
| Building/Dwelling Code | IBC 2006 and !RC 2006 | Building Code Bureau, (515) 725-6145 and Online [Chapter 301, Iowa Administrative Code (661 IAC)] |
| Structural Code | IBC 2006 | Building Code Bureau, (515) 725-6145 and Online [Chapter 301, Iowa Administrative Code (661 IAC)] |
| Plumbing Code | State Plumbing Code (UPC 2000); IPC 2006 | Building Code Bureau, (515) 725-6145 and Online |
 | The 2006 IPC is used if building not subject to the State Plumbing Code. | |
| Mechanical Code | IMC 2006 | Building Code Bureau, (515) 725-6145 and Online [Chapter 301, Iowa Administrative Code (661 IAC)] |
| Electrical Code | NEC 2005 | Building Code Bureau, (515) 725-6145 and Online [Chapter 301, Iowa Administrative Code (661 IAC)] |
| Fire/Life Safety Code | IFC 2006 | Building Code Bureau, (515) 725-6145 and Online [Chapter 301, Iowa Administrative Code (661 IAC)] |
| Accessibility Code | Iowa Code 104a.1 ADAAG & IAC (661-302) | Building Code Bureau, (515) 725-6145 and Online [Chapter 302, Iowa Administrative Code (661 IAC)] |
| Applies to multi-family dwellings and buildings and facilities used by the public | |
| Energy Code | International Energy Conservation Code 2006 | Building Code Bureau, (515) 725-6145 and Online [Chapter 301, Iowa Administrative Code (661 IAC)] |
| Applies to all new construction | |
| Elevator Code | Iowa Code Chapter 89A | Online |
Iowa 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 Area | Contact |
| Structural | State Building Code Bureau Phone: (515) 281-5132 Fax: (515) 242-6299 |
| Plumbing | State Building Code Bureau Phone: (515) 281-5132 Fax: (515) 242-6299 |
| Mechanical | State Building Code Bureau Phone: (515) 281-5132 Fax: (515) 242-6299 |
| Electrical | State Building Code Bureau Phone: (515) 281-5132 Fax: (515) 242-6299 |
| Accessibility | State Building Code Bureau Phone: (515) 281-5132 Fax: (515) 242-6299 |
| Building Inspector | W. Stuart Crine Building Code Commissioner Phone: (515) 725-6145 |
| Plan Review | State Building Code Bureau Phone: (515) 281-5132 Fax: (515) 242-6299 |
| Historic Preservation | Jack Porter Preservation Consultant Phone: (515) 242-6152 |
| Energy | Energy Bureau, Iowa Dept. of Natural Resources Phone: (515) 281-5918 |
| Environmental | Barbara Lynch Bureau Chief, Environmental Services, Iowa Dept. o Phone: (712) 260-1728 Fax: (515) 281-6794 |
| Health Department | Iowa Dept. of Public Health Phone: (515) 281-5604 |
| Fire Marshal | James Kenkel Fire Marshal Phone: (515) 725-6150 |
| Forestry/Parks | Forestry Division, Iowa Dept. of Natural Resources Phone: (515) 281-5918 |
| Transportation | Iowa Department of Transportation Phone: (515) 239-1101 |
| Boiler Inspector | Mike Klosterman Chief Boiler Inspector Phone: (515) 281-8064 |
| Elevator Inspector | Jim Borwey Manager-Elevator, Boiler & Amusement Rides Phone: (515) 281-3647 |
Iowa Municipalities
Building codes are also available for the following municipalities within Iowa:
