Sometimes as a government code authority, that title alone draws defense from the public. It can be helpful when other, non-government, sources concur with your message to the public. Since 2018 I have been sharing IRC education in every edition of Fine Homebuilding Magazine in my Know the Code column. I try to cover a wide variety of topics in a proactive and pleasant manner so as to not draw defensive reactions. Perhaps some of these articles will help you in supporting your communities.
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Know the Code - Fine Homebuilding
Learn how to build sturdy, safe, code-compliant homes with these insights from building inspector, consultant, and former residential contractor Glenn Mathewson. If a topic is covered in the International Residential Code (IRC), you're bound to find a clear explanation of it here.
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