Building Department
Code Questions
What are the curent Building Codes?
Sec. 29-252-1d. State Building Code - 2005 Connecticut Supplement
The 2003 International Building Code, 2003 International Existing Building Code, 2003 International Plumbing Code, 2003 International Mechanical Code, 2003 International Energy Conservation Code and 2003 International Residential Code of the International Code Council, Inc. and the 2005 NFPA 70 National Electrical Code of the National Fire Protection Association Inc., except as amended, altered or deleted by this Connecticut Supplement, are hereby adopted by reference as the 2005 State Building Code. The requirements of the 2005 State Building Code shall apply to all work for which a permit application was made on or after the date of adoption (12/31/2005).
How do I get a copy of the curent Building Codes?
Copies of the International Codes may be obtained from the International Code Council, Inc., 4051 W. Flossmoor Rd., Country Club Hills, IL 60478-5795. Copies of the 2005 NFPA 70 National Electrical Code may be obtained from the National Fire Protection Association Inc., 1 Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269-9101 (website: www.nfpa.org). Copies of the 2005 Connecticut Supplement may be downloaded from www.ct.gov/dps.
Q: Can the building code be modified?
104.10.1 State Building Code. The State Building Inspector may grant modifications, variations or exemptions from, or approve equivalent or alternative compliance, with the State Building Code where strict compliance with the State Building Code would
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ed unwarranted, provided that the intent of the law shall be observed and public welfare and safety be assured. (Link to SBI for modification forms)
Q: Does the Building Department recommend contractors?
A: No. Because of liability, the Town cannot make recommendations of any type. You are encouraged to “shop around”, ask for references and check with the CT Deptment of Protection's website.
Q: What are the Building Codes for swimming pools?
A: Click on this link to find the State handout for pool safety devise. The code language is in the back of the handout.
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