• 2021  International Building Code (IBC)
• 2021  International Residential Code (IRC)
• 2021  International Mechanical Code (IMC)
  
• 2021  International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC)
  
• 2021  International Energy Conservation Code (IECC)
• 2021  International Existing Building Code (IEBC)

REQUIRED DESIGN CRITERIA

• Frost Depth – 48”
• Elevation – ±2400’
• Roof Snow load – 21 psf
• Ground Snow Load 30
• Ultimate Design Wind Speed – 115 mph, Surface Roughness C
• Seismic Design Category – A
• Air Freezing Index – 4000
• Mean Annual Temperature – 40 F
• Ice Barrier Underlayment Required – Yes
• Winter Design Temp -  Neg. 21 F

GEO-TECHNICAL: Calculations for footings shall include the presumptive load bearing values contained in IBC Table 1806.2.   A geo-technical report shall be provided to verify that the values are justified w here vertical pressure values are greater than 1500 psf.

BUILDING DEPARTMENT INSPECTIONS

Inspections are required. Permit holders must schedule an inspection 24 hours prior to inspection. To schedule an inspection, inquire about the inspection process, or whether an inspection is required, please contact City Building Inspector, Steve Williams.

The following is a general list of building inspections performed by the City Building Inspector:

•   ADA Requirements
• Crawl Space/Venting
• Deck/Patio Construction
• Driveway Paving
• Excavation
• Egress
• Finish Grade/Drainage
• Fire Caulking
• Fire Protection/Sprinkler/Alarm Systems
• Firewall/Fire Separation
• Footings/Piers
• Foundation/Re-Bar/Damp Proofing
• Framing
• Insulation/Frost-proofing
• Roof/Ice & Water Barrier
• Sheathing: Nailing/Shear-walls
• Smoke/CO Detectors
• Stairs/Railings
• Ufer Ground

The nature and scope of a project will determine the inspections required. The City will issue a Certificate of Occupancy once all inspections (City & State) have been performed, found to be code compliant, and all City fees paid.

Note: Plumbing and Electrical codes are inspected and enforced by the State of North Dakota Plumbing and Electrical Boards.

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