The city of Aurora has adopted the following codes:
- 2015 International Building Code (IBC)
- 2015 International Residential Code (IRC)
- 2015 International Mechanical Code (IMC)
- 2015 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC)
- 2015 International Fire Code (IFC)
- 2015 International Plumbing Code (IPC)
- 2015 International Existing Building Code (IEBC)
- 2015 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC)
- 2020 National Electrical Code (NEC)
NOTICE
On January 8, 2022 the 2021 versions of the International Codes became effective in the city of Aurora. Applicants who wish to build their projects to the requirements found in the 2021 codes are allowed to do so and should notify Building Division staff at time of permit submittal of this decision.
- 2021 International Building Code (IBC)
- 2021 International Residential Code (IRC)
- 2021 International Mechanical Code (IMC)
- 2021 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC)
- 2021 International Fire Code (IFC)
- 2021 International Plumbing Code (IPC)
- 2021 International Existing Building Code (IEBC)
- 2021 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC)
- 2021 International Swimming Pool and Spa (ISPSC)
- 2020 National Electrical Code (NEC)
The construction industry is experiencing unprecedented supply chain issues which has not only affected costs, but also inventory and delivery timelines. Due to nationwide shortages of various building materials, the city of Aurora is extending the deadline by which all submittals will be reviewed for compliance with the 2021 codes until May 1, 2023.
There will be one exception to he delayed implementation date:
Due to the safety issues involved, the City of Aurora will begin enforcing IRC Section R324.6.1 'Pathways' from the 2021 International Residential Code (IRC) on all solar permits submitted after October 31, 2022.
In determining which code series to utilize for you project please be aware that once chosen, 2015 or 2021, the same series must be utilized throughout the plan review and inspection processes.