An easy-to-use visual guide to the 2015 International Building Code®

Thoroughly revised to reflect the International Code Council’s 2015 International Building Code®, this full-color guide makes it easy to understand and apply complex IBC® provisions and achieve compliance. With an emphasis on structural and fire- and life-safety requirements, this practical resource has been designed to save time and money. The 2015 International Building Code® Illustrated Handbook provides all the information you need to get construction jobs done right, on time, and up to the requirements of the 2015 IBC®. Access to a suite of online bonus features is included with the book.

Achieve Full Compliance with the 2015 IBC®:

• Scope and Administration


• Definitions


• Use and Occupancy Classification


• Special Detailed Requirements Based on Use and Occupancy


• General Building Heights and Areas


• Types of Construction


• Fire and Smoke Protection Features


• Interior Finishes


• Fire Protection Systems


• Means of Egress


• Accessibility


• Interior Environment


• Exterior Walls


• Roof Assemblies and Rooftop Structures


• Structural Design


• Structural Tests and Special Inspections


• Soils and Foundations


• Concrete


• Masonry


• Steel


• Wood


• Glass and Glazing


• Gypsum Board and Plaster


• Plastic


• Plumbing


• Elevators and Conveying Systems


• Special Construction


• Encroachments in the Public Right-of-Way


• Safeguards During Construction


• Appendices