Building Codes Illustrated: A Guide to Understanding the 2015 International Building Code Winkel, Steven R. ; Ching, Francis D.K.

Includes bibliographical references (page 423-424) and index.

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The primary purpose of this book is to familiarize code users with the 2015 International Building Code (IBC). It is intended as an instructional text on how the code was developed and how it is organized, as well as a primer on how to use the code. It is intended to be a companion to the IBC, not a substitute for it. This book must be read in concert with the IBC.

This book is designed to give an understanding of how the International Building Code is developed; how it is likely to be interpreted, and how it applies to design and construction. The intent of the relationship of codes to practice for design professionals, especially those licensed or desiring to become licensed as architects, engineers or other registered design professionals. Code knowledge is among the fundamental reasons for licensing design professionals, for the protection of public health, safety and welfare.