The 2006 International Residential Code (IRC), published by the International Code Council (ICC), sets minimum building standards for the construction and safety of one- and two-family dwellings and townhouses. This comprehensive code ensures public health, safety, and welfare through regulations covering structural integrity, fire safety, and energy efficiency.
Official adoption and amendment details for the 2015 International Building Code (IBC) in Washington State and the City of Bellevue, outlining building regulations for public safety and welfare.