2020 Indiana Residential Code

The 2020 Indiana Residential Code is a comprehensive set of regulations that governs the construction, alteration, and safety standards for residential buildings in Indiana. It is based on the 2018 International Residential Code (IRC), with specific amendments tailored to Indiana’s needs and legal framework

Key aspects:

•  Carbon Monoxide Detectors: Required in homes to detect low levels of CO and alert residents before dangerous exposure.
• Arc-Fault Circuit Interrupters: Mandatory in electrical systems to reduce fire risks.
• Basement Safety: Every basement must have an escape and rescue opening for occupant and firefighter safety.
• Garage Separation: Enhanced requirements for fire separation between garages and living spaces.
• Lot Line Fire Separation: Increased standards to prevent fire spread between properties.
• Deck Construction: New section detailing structural and safety requirements.
• Wall Bracing & Vapor Retarders: Expanded definitions and applications for better moisture and structural control.
• Roof Uplift Tables: Added to improve attachment of roof structures to walls.
• Solar Installations: New provisions for integrating solar energy systems.
• Arc-Resistant CSST: Recognized in code language for safer gas piping

About ICC

International Code Council is a leading organization dedicated to developing a single set of comprehensive, coordinated national model construction codes. To date, 48 U.S. states have adopted various international codes from the International Code Council.

Other Works:

•  2021 Michigan Plumbing Code
• 2021 Michigan Mechanical Code
• 2021 International Building Code