§ 102-1.  Adoption of standards.

The Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code (PA UCC) has adopted the following codes for use:

  • International Building Code  
  • ICC Electrical Code (utilizes National Electric Code standards)
  • International Energy Conservation Code
  • International Existing Building Code  
  • International Fire Code
  • International Fuel Gas Code  
  • International Mechanical Code  
  • International Performance Code for Buildings and Facilities  
  • International Plumbing Code
  • International Residential Code  
  • International Wildland-Urban Interface Code

Beginning 12/31/2006, the PA UCC began to use the 2006 versions of the above referenced codes.  Buildings for which a design or construction contract was signed prior to 12/31/2006, should comply with the 2003 versions of the codes listed above.

These code books may be purchased from the International Code Council (ICC), either off their website (www.iccsafe.org) or by calling the ICC at 1-800-786-4452.

§ 102-1. Adoption of standards. [Adopted 6-15-2004 by Ord. 04-08]

  • The Township hereby elects to administer and enforce the provisions of the Pennsylvania Construction Code Act, Act 45 of 1999, 35 P.S. §§7210.101-7210.1103, as amended from time to time, and its regulations.  The Uniform Construction Code, contained in 34 Pa. Code, Chapters 401-405, as amended from time to time, is hereby adopted and incorporated herein by reference as the municipal building code of the Township.