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Below you can find links to Building Codes and Authorities Having Jurisdiction for the state of Iowa. To change to another state, click on the map to the right.
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Notes Concerning Iowa Building Codes
Iowa has adopted a new state building code, referencing the 2009 International Building Code. The new code became effective on January 1, 2010.
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 2009 and IRC 2009 | Building Code Bureau, (515) 725-6145 and Online [Iowa Administrative Code (661 IAC)] |
| Structural Code | IBC 2009 | Building Code Bureau, (515) 725-6145 and Online [Iowa Administrative Code (661 IAC)] |
| Plumbing Code | Iowa State Plumbing Code (Rule 641, Ch. 25)(2009 Uniform Plumbing Code) | Building Code Bureau, (515) 725-6145 and Online |
| Mechanical Code | IMC 2009 | Building Code Bureau, (515) 725-6145 and Online [Iowa Administrative Code (661 IAC)] |
| Electrical Code | NEC 2008 | Building Code Bureau, (515) 725-6145 and Online [Iowa Administrative Code (661 IAC)] |
| Fire/Life Safety Code | IFC 2009, IBC 2009, Chapters 2-7, Sect. 804 & 805 | Building Code Bureau, (515) 725-6145 and Online [Iowa Administrative Code (661 IAC)] |
| Accessibility Code | Iowa Code Rules 661-302.1 through 302.11 (103A, 104A)(based on ADAAG) | Building Code Bureau, (515) 725-6145 and Online [Chapter 302, Iowa Administrative Code (661 IAC)] |
 | Applies statewide to new construction, renovation, and rehabilitation projects on existing buildings and facilities when local or state building codes require compliance with standards for new construction. | |
| Energy Code | International Energy Conservation Code 2009 | Building Code Bureau, (515) 725-6145 and Online [Iowa Administrative Code (661 IAC)] |
| Applies to all new construction | |
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) 725-6145 |
| Plumbing | State Building Code Bureau Phone: (515) 725-6145 |
| Mechanical | State Building Code Bureau Phone: (515) 725-6145 |
| Electrical | State Building Code Bureau Phone: (515) 725-6145 |
| Accessibility | State Building Code Bureau Phone: (515) 725-6145 |
| Building Inspector | W. Stuart Crine Building Code Commissioner Phone: (515) 725-6145 |
| Plan Review | State Building Code Bureau Phone: (515) 725-6145 |
| 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 | Iowa State Fire Marshal Division Phone: (515) 725-6145 |
| 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 Building Code Website