The purpose of building codes is to see that the buildings we live and work in are reasonably safe from fire, safety and health hazards and that they provide adequate light, air, and basic facilities such as sanitation and heat. Codes also provide for equal accessibility for disabled persons.
Private nonprofit organizations publish model codes that are adopted by cities, towns and counties throughout the United States. The City of St. Charles has adopted the codes listed below, with amendments that tailor them to the needs of our community.
- 2021 International Residential Code for One- and Two-/Family Dwellings
- St. Charles Amendments to the 2021 International Residential Code
- 2021 International Building Code
- St. Charles Amendments to the 2021 International Building Code
- 2021 International Mechanical Code
- St. Charles Amendments to the 2021 International Mechanical Code
- 2021 International Fuel Gas Code
- St. Charles Amendments to 2021 International Fuel Gas Code
- National Electric Code, NFPA No. 70, 2020 Edition
- St. Charles Amendments to the 2020 National Electric Code
- Illinois State Plumbing Code, 2014
- St. Charles Amendments to the Illinois State Plumbing Code, 2014
- 2021 International Fire Code
- St. Charles Amendments to the 2021 International Fire Code
- 2021 International Energy Code
- Illinois Accessibility Codes
- NFPA LIfe Safety Code 101, 2015 Edition
- 2021 International Swimming Pool & Spa Code
- 2021 International Existing Building Code
- St. Charles Amendments to the 2021 International Existing Building Code
- 2021 International Property Maintenance Code
- St. Charles Amendments to the 2021 International Property Maintenance Code
