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Latest News

2021 ICC Code Implementation & Effective Date

On October 16, 2025, the Pennsylvania Independent Regulatory Review Commission (IRRC) reviewed and approved the rule making updating 34 Pa. Code, Part XIV, Chapters 401 and 403 (Pennsylvania UCC). The effect of this action is the update of the Uniform Construction...

PA Senate Committee Meeting on Pennsylvania’s Accessibility Code (SB 867)

Oct 22, 2025 — Today, the Pennsylvania State Senate’s Labor & Industry Committee is scheduled to consider SB 867 (Tartaglione) which seeks to “Resolve Pennsylvania’s Accessibly Code Dilemma.” The Committee meeting will be live-streamed for those interested in viewing the proceedings. See details below. Date: Oct 22, 2025Time: 10:00 AMLive-Stream LINK Per the co-sponsorship memo: […]

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2021 ICC Codes Implementation Date Delayed

(Sep 16, 2025) UPDATE: PA Dept of Labor & Industry submitted the final-omitted rulemaking to IRRC on September 10, 2025, updating the Uniform Construction Code by adopting nearly all the provisions of the 2021 International Code Council codes. The public meeting...

2025 PENNBOC Annual Business Meeting

PENNBOC will be holding its annual in-person business meeting & election of officers at 12:00pm on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at the BEAR CREEK MOUNTAIN RESORT & CONFERENCE CENTER, 101 Doe Mountain Lane, Macungie, PA 18062. The annual business...

Elevator Safety Standards

On July 23, 2025, the PA Department of Labor and Industry submitted draft regulations on Elevator Safety Standards under the Uniform Construction Code to the Independent Regulatory Review Commission (Regulation #12-123). The draft regulations adopt updated national...

Attend 2025 PENNBOC Conference!

The 2025 Conference and Trade Show will be held September 17-19, 2025, at Bear Creek Mountain Resort & Conference Center, Berks County. We’ve expanded educational offerings to include FIVE separate tracks! PENNBOC is offering building code professionals the...

FEMA Building Code Adoption & Enforcement Playbooks Released

FEMA’s Building Codes Adoption Playbook for Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) is intended for officials involved in adopting and enforcing building codes. The Playbook provides guidance to AHJs considering the adoption of the most current model building codes to...

Take Advantage of the ICC Mentorship Program

The International Code Council recently launched an updated mentorship program, an exclusive member benefit designed to support professional growth and strengthen the building safety industry. Whether a Code Council member is looking to advance their career or...

Upcoming Events

PENNBOC REGION 1 TRAINING (12/11/25): Understanding the 2021 International Property Maintenance Code

PENNBOC REGION 1 TRAINING COURSE Topic: Understanding the 2021 International Property Maintenance Code Instructor: Building & Fire Code Academy Description: This one-day course examining the philosophy, attitudes and values surrounding property maintenance...

Job Opportunities

Community Development Department Administrative Assistant, Hampden Township

Hampden Township is seeking candidates for an Administrative Assistant for the Community Development Department. More info can be found at https://www.hampdentownship.us/_T23_R29.php

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania – Safety Inspector, Harrisburg

THE POSITIONWould you like to play a pivotal role in maintaining the safety of DGS owned and operated buildings? The Department of General Services (DGS) is looking for a dedicated Safety Inspector to work within a variety of disciplines and specialties including fire...

Certified Building Inspector/Plan Reviewer, Swarthmore

Keystone Municipal Services, Inc. is searching for Certified Building Inspectors and Plan Reviewers to serve communities within Bucks, Montgomery and Delaware Counites. Positions include a full benefit package and salary commensurate with experience. This is an...

ZONING ENFORCEMENT OFFICER, Central Keystone COG

Central Keystone Council of Governments has an immediate full-time position available. Excellent benefit package. Job description available at www.ckcog.com. Resumes will be accepted until Friday, October 17, 2025. Interested candidates should submit resume to...

Building Inspector, Adams County PA

SAFEbuilt has the technical expertise to provide Community Development services, but the reason for our success is our people. Over 1600 experts make up our team from across the country, with experience in a full range of professional services and skills. Each Team...

Fire & Life Safety Inspector, State Colleg

Job Posting – Centre Region Council of Governments / CodeLocation: Centre Region Council of Governments (COG), State College, PADeadline to Apply: Open until filled, with first application review on August 25 – Apply Now!Starting Salary Range: $65,146 to $71,660 (DOQ)...

Code Enforcement Officer, New Castle County DE

NEW CASTLE COUNTY GOVERNMENT invites applications for the position of:CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER (PAY GRADE 21) AFSCME LOCAL 1607SALARY: $42,432.00 - $65,828.00 AnnuallyOPENING DATE: 04/03/23CLOSING DATE: 04/28/23 11:59 PM IMPORTANT INFORMATION:In accordance with the...

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