Massachusetts Building Codes
Below you can find links to Building Codes and Authorities Having Jurisdiction for the state of Massachusetts.
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Additional Resources
• Massachusetts' building codes are mandatory for all buildings statewide. Local jurisdictions may amend the codes only with state approval.
Massachusetts Building Codes
| Code Type | Code Model | Amendment Contact |
| Building/Dwelling Code | Mass. State Building Code, 7th Edition | State House Bookstore, (617) 727-2834 online |
| Structural Code | Mass. State Building Code, 7th Edition | State House Bookstore, (617) 727-2834 online |
| Plumbing Code | Mass. State Plumbing Code | State House Bookstore, (617) 727-2834 online |
| Mechanical Code | Mass. State Mechanical Code | State House Bookstore, (617) 727-2834 online |
| Electrical Code | Mass. Electrical Code | State House Bookstore, (617) 727-2834 online |
| Fire/Life Safety Code | Mass. Fire Prevention Regulations, 527 CMR 21 | State House Bookstore, (617) 727-2834 online |
| Accessibility Code | Architectural Access Regulations, CMR 521 | State House Bookstore, (617) 727-2834 online |
| Energy Code | ASHRAE 90.1 [Mass. State Building Code, Article 13 (780 CMR)] | State House Bookstore, (617) 727-2834 online |
| Elevator Code | Mass. State Building Code, Article 30 (780 CMR) | State House Bookstore, (617) 727-2834 online |
Massachusetts Municipalities
Building codes are also available for the following municipalities within Massachusetts:
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