Nationwide building code resources by Reed Construction Data

RSMeans, a wing of Reed Construction Data, provides brief information on nationwide building code resources and amendments designed for leading 50 states, cities and some countries located in the USA.

RSMeans also offers contact details for up to 17 authorities possessing jurisdiction (AHJs) in each market in addition to contact information for local utilities.

These building codes provide great benefits to architects, engineers, constructors and regulators as well as safety inspectors, environmental scientists, real estate developers, subcontractors, manufacturers of building products and materials, insurance companies, facility managers.

Building codes normally consist of standards for structure, placement, size, usage, wall assemblies, fenestration size/locations, egress rules, size/location of rooms, foundations, floor assemblies, roof structures/assemblies, energy efficiency, stairs and halls, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, site drainage & storage, appliance, lighting, fixture standards, occupancy rules etc.