Building Codes

Model Code Adoptions and Amendments

The following model codes and amendments have been adopted by Storey County and are now in ordinance. You will want to submit plans using these adopted model codes.

  • The 2024 International Building Code (IBC)
  • The 2024 International Residential Code (IRC)
  • The 2024 International Existing Building Code (IEBC)
  • The 2024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC)
  • The 2024 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC)
  • The 2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC)
  • The 2023 National Electric Code (NEC)
  • The 2024 Uniform Mechanical Code (UMC)
  • The 2024 Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC)
  • The 2024 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC)
  • The 2024 Northern Nevada Amendments published by Northern Nevada Chapter of the International Code Council at (2024 NNICC Amendments) Building
  • The 2024 International Fire Code (IFC) 
  • The 2024 International Wildland Urban Interface Code (IWUI), with the exception of Section 602 Residential Fire Sprinkler requirements. (2018 IWUI)
  • The 2023 National Fire Protection Association Standards (NFPA)

NOTE: Where conflicts occur between the code referenced above, the amendments will apply.