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Latest News

Public Comments on 2021 I-Codes – Deadline March 12, 2023

The process of reviewing the 2021 International Codes for adoption in the Commonwealth officially started on Saturday, November 12, 2022, with the opening of the public comment period on those sections of the code that are considered "modified sections" or "additional...

Pennsylvania Industrialized Buildings Program – Update

Communication from PA DCED: Please see the following link published on Feb 11, 2023, in the Pennsylvania Bulletin: https://www.pacodeandbulletin.gov/Display/pabull?file=/secure/pabulletin/data/vol53/53-6/181.html As published in the Pennsylvania Bulletin, the...

In Memory of Jeff Frazier

It is with sadness that I relay to you the news of Jeff Frazier’s passing this past Thursday, December 29, 2022. Jeff was currently serving on PENNBOC’s board of directors as a representative from Region 6 (western Pennsylvania). He served the residents of...

Act 123 of 2022, Alternate refrigerant exemption from UCC

On November 3, 2022, PA Gov. Tom Wolf signed Act 123 of 2022 into law (formerly known as SB2079) amending Section 901 of the PA Construction Code Act (Act 45 of 1999). The PA Construction Code Act (PCCA) has been amended to allow the air conditioning, heating, and...

LPG Permitting & Inspecting Policy

Recently, an internal policy clarification at PA Department of Labor & Industry was released to the general building code community. The policy clarifies that "the Department expects building code officials to permit, inspect, and regulate as needed all aspects of...

PA Commonwealth Court Enjoins Enforcement of 2021 Accessibility Standards

On October 26, 2022, the PA Commonwealth Court granted an application from the Pennsylvania Builders Association for a declaratory judgement permanently enjoining the enforcement of the 2021 Accessibility provisions. Specifically, the “…Court declares Section...

NOW AVAILABLE! ICC’s 2022 Changes to the PA UCC Book

Gain full access to the 2022 updates to the Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code (UCC) and key insights into the implications of these changes. This full-color publication compiles all 2022 UCC changes to the base International Codes and presents them in an...

2022 John Eby Excellence in Leadership Award

In 2022, PENNBOC created a new award to recognize superior leadership contributions by a code official to the organization and to the profession. The award is named after long-time PENNBOC member & leader, John Eby (Region 5). The Excellence in Leadership Award is...

Upcoming Events

PENNBOC REGION 2 TRAINING (3/23/23): NFPA 25

PENNBOC REGION 2 Training: NFPA 25 Date: Thursday, March 23, 2023 Schedule: Registration -- 8:00am; Training -- 8:30am-12:30pm (lunch provided) Cost: $45 PENNBOC Members (log-in); $55 Non-Members Location: Kistler O'Brien Corporate Building, 2210 City Line Ave,...

PENNBOC REGION 5 TRAINING (3/28/23): The 2018 IECC for Pennsylvania

PENNBOC REGION 5 Training: The 2018 IECC for Pennsylvania (Residential & Commercial Sessions) Date: Tuesday, March 28, 2023 Schedule: 9:00am-12:00pm -- 2018 IECC for Pennsylvania - Residential Training Course 12:00pm-1:00pm -- Lunch provided 1:00pm-4:00pm -- 2018...

Job Opportunities

Building Plans Examiner, Rockville MD

City of Rockville, MD - Building Plans Examiner $67,967.00 - $112,146.00 Annually Job Summary This position is responsible for performing professional and administrative work in the review of building plans and supporting documents for permit issuance in the City of...

Code Clerk, Horsham Township

Horsham Township, Montgomery County, a home rule municipality (pop. 26,551) is accepting applications for the position of Clerk within the Code Enforcement Department. This full-time position provides administrative support to the department and reports to the...

Zoning Officer/Building Inspector, City of Altoona

The City of Altoona is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Zoning Officer/Building Inspector. This position is part of the City's Codes and Inspections Department and is responsible for the administrative and field work in the inspection of residential...

Zoning and Code Administrator, Moon Township

Moon Township, Allegheny Co., PA, current population of 27.,000 is seeking an individual for the position of Zoning and Code Administrator. This position will administer the Township Zoning Ordinance, Health Hazard, and Nuisances Code. Must have experience enforcing...

Building Inspector, Fairview Township

Fairview Township, York County, is accepting resumes for the full-time position of a Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code (PA UCC) Building Inspector. Primary responsibilities include building construction plan review; issuance of building permits; inspection of the...

PLANNER III, New Castle County DE

NEW CASTLE COUNTY GOVERNMENT invites applications for the position of: PLANNER III (PAY GRADE 30) AFSCME LOCAL 3109SALARY: $65,803.00 - $102,085.00 AnnuallyOPENING DATE: 01/30/23CLOSING DATE: 02/18/23 11:59 PM IMPORTANT INFORMATION:In accordance with the Merit System...

PLAN EXAMINER, New Castle County DE

NEW CASTLE COUNTY GOVERNMENT invites applications for the position of: PLAN EXAMINER (PAY GRADE 20) AFSCME LOCAL 1607SALARY: $40,411.00 - $62,694.00 AnnuallyOPENING DATE: 01/30/23CLOSING DATE: 02/18/23 11:59 PM IMPORTANT INFORMATION:In accordance with the Merit System...

Mechanical Inspector/Plans Examiner, Reading

JOB VACANCY # JV 2022-70 Mechanical Inspector/Plans Examiner THE POSITION OF: Mechanical Inspector/Plans Examiner...

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