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CodesUpdate/Volume20NEW: 2017 NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODEThe 2017 National Electric Code (NEC),effective on January 1, 2018, replaces the2014 NEC.Winter2017/18TINY HOUSES: STATE CODE AMENDEDIntended to help Tiny Houses comply with currentcode requirements for residential construction, thesenew state code amendments will become effective onJanuary 1, 2018.IMAGE COURTESY OF OLIVER MOOSUS/KODASEMA
Volume 20CodWelcome Commissioner NunnWe are very pleased to welcomeChristopher Nunn back to DCAas our new Commissioner.New: 2017 National Electric Code &State Code AmendmentsThe 2017 National Electric Code(NEC), and new State CodeAmendments go into effect onon January 1, 2018.Tiny HousesTiny homes aren’t just aboutlooking cute — they’re part of agrowing movement thatpromotes sustainable living.Tiny houses help maximizefunction and style.WelcomeCommissionerNunn2 / Co de s Update / Volu me 20Last March, Governor Dealappointed Christopher Nunn,who at the time was DeputyCommissioner for CommunityDevelopment and Finance, asCommissioner of the Department of Administrative Services(DOAS). After a brief but action-filled stint at DOAS, Nunnwas appointed by GovernorDeal to succeed Camila Knowlesas Commissioner of the
desUpdate2018 International Building CodeTask ForceIn November, a new State Building Codes Task Force was formed and has been charged withreviewing the 2018 InternationalBuilding Code (IBC). See who thenew members are!Mark Your CalendarIB AngleCody SaysCheck here for important updates and upcoming dates, as wellas the latest from Cody.Profile Corner: Josh RothThe key to Josh’s success is inthe diverse organizations hehas had the privilege of workingfor and the relationships he hasformed as a result.Department of CommunityAffairs, effective October 1, 2017.Before joining state government,Nunn ran a mid-sized, Atlanta-based professional servicesfirm and spent many yearsas a management consultantfocused on strategic planning,leadership development andprocess improvement. As Deputy Commissioner at DCA, Nunnwas instrumental in a variety ofinitiatives including team development and program sustainability. Commissioner Nunn earned his bachelor’s degree fromEmory University and a master’sdegree from the University of St.Andrews. He is a native of Perry,Georgia and currently lives inAtlanta with his wife Nancy andtheir two children.Co d e s Up dat e / Vo lume 2 0 / 3
Codes2017 National Electrical CodeDid you know thatas of 2017, there havebeen 15 revisions ofThe National ElectricalCode since 1975, theyear in which today’saverage Americanhome was built?4 / Co de s Update / Volu me 20On June 22, 2017, the NationalElectrical Code (NEC) Task Forcepresented their final report tothe State Codes Advisory Committee (SCAC). The SCAC accepted the recommendations of thetask force and voted to adoptthe 2017 National ElectricalCode with no amendments inorder to replace the 2014 National Electric Code as the StateMinimum Standard ElectricalCode. The final vote for approvalwas made by the DCA Board onNovember 15, 2017. The 2017NEC will become effective onJanuary 1, 2018.If you have any questions aboutthe 2017 NEC adoption, pleasecontact Matt McConnell atmatt.mcconnell@dca.ga.gov or404-679-3104.
sUpdateThe National Electrical Code codifies the minimum requirementsfor the safe electrical installations in a single, standardized source.While the NEC is not itself a law, the NEC is commonly mandated bystate or local law. Where the NEC is adopted, anything less than thestandards set by the NEC are illegal.May isNationalElectricalSafetyMonth AB IUST, UT EXERA APISITI SIT, OFFICIUM REHENIM ENIHICIPIT. PELENDIS ETUS, CUS DOLLAUTEM ID EVENEM FUGIAMUS RES NET VOLO CORATEM QUOS SIMI, CONSENIS CONSE PLIBERION EARCIPSUNT MA QUAM RERCHICIIS SINIS MAIO. ITAT UT DE REMOLORENT, ODITAESEDIS DUNT, QUIBUS AB INUM AUT ESSI DOLUPTA VENDITATEST, UT AUTEM. UT VERNATUR, ENDITIUSAE. SEQUI DENDAMUS, OPTAS QUE AUT EOSAM DOLUPTI SCIMUS, OMNI IUM HIL ERIATATIS UT ET, QUE ODIS DIT, UT ALIBEAQUIDIS ADIATUR? QUI NUM QUAM VOLUPTATEM COREM NIHIC TET QUIDEND IGENIMI, UT VOLENET, CUM FACEARUM DERIATEM FUGIA CONSERE IN REPROVI DELENDAM QUI NONSE PA CON SEQUAM QUO QUE QUO QUE DITEM CONSE DIPIS CONSEQUI VELITA QUI DICIM QUE SIMIN PORERO TENISSI TIATUR AB IUM RESED QUIATIO PORIO OMMOLENTEM QUAE ISITAT ALIASPE LESSUM QUISSIM QUI ERISQUIATUR APIDIA QUE ET AUT ET MAIO MODITATET PERUM NON VELIQUIA ALIBUSCID UNDE DIOSTEM SI TE VELITIS DENDEBIS DOLUPTIST ULLUPTI AEPEREM ET MO ENDAE. ETCo d e s Up dat e / Vo lume 2 0 / 5
DCA Adopts New State CodeAmendmentsIn 2017, a Subcommittee of the State CodesAdvisory Committee (SCAC) was appointed toreview fifteen proposed Georgia State CodeAmendments which were received by the DCADecember 15, 2016 deadline. The SCAC Subcommittee was made up of five SCAC members:Bill Duck, representing State Building OfficialsBill Chambless, representing CommercialContractorsBilly Guinade, representing Licensed PlumbersStan Everett, representing ProfessionalEngineersTim Williams, representing Home BuildersThe Subcommittee met once on May 10, 2017.The meeting was open to the public and any interested parties were invited to attend. The Subcommittee recommended approval of six amendments to the 2012 International Residential Code(IRC) and three amendments to the 2012 International Building Code (IBC). These amendmentswere recommended for approval by the SCAC inJune of 2017 and subsequently approved by theDCA Board and filed into law with the Office of theGeorgia Secretary of State in November of 2017.These new Georgia State Code Amendments willbecome effective on January 1, 2018.Tamper Resistant Receptacles50%First required in the1970s, the ConsumerProduct Safety Commission estimates that50% of home electrocutions have beenprevented by GFCIs.50%The Consumer ProductSafety Commissionestimates that 50%of electrical fires thatoccur every year can beprevented by AFCIs.6 / Co de s Update / Volu me 20According to Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI),each year approximately 2,400 children suffer severe shockand burns when they stick items into the slots of electrical receptacles -- that is nearly seven children a day. It is estimatedthat there are six to 12 fatalities a year related to this. Nearlyone-third of these injuries are the result of small children placing ordinary household objects, such as keys, pins, or paperclips into the outlets with disastrous consequences. But now,new technology called tamper resistant receptacles, or TRRs,provide a simple, affordable, reliable, and permanent solutionto help prevent these kinds of injuries. (Source: ESFi)100%A study by Temple University found that100% of all 2-4 year olds were able to removeplastic outlet caps within 10 seconds.
INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE, 2012 EDITION: Revise Section R304.1 'Minimum Area' to read as follows: Delete Section R304.2 'Other rooms' entirely without substitution. Revise TABLE R502.5(1) 'GIRDER SPANSa AND HEADER SPANSaFOR EXTERIOR BEARING WALLS' footnote "b" of the 2015 GA State Amendments to the 2012 IRC to read as follows: Revise TABLE R502.5(2) 'GIRDER SPANSa AND HEADER SPANSaFOR INTERIOR BEARING WALLS' footnote "b" of the 2015 GA StateAmendments to the 2012 IRC to read as follows: Revise Table R703.7.4 'TIE ATTACHMENT AND AIRSPACE REQUIREMENTS' to add a new footnote "c" to read as follows: Add new APPENDIX S 'TINY HOUSES' to read as follows:INTERNATIONAL BUILDNG CODE, 2012 EDITION: Revise TABLE 1704.2 'MINIMUM SPECIAL INSPECTOR QUALIFICATIONS' under the category "1705.3 & 1705.12 Concrete Construction" of the 2014 GA State Amendments to the 2012 IBC and add anew key item "P" to read as follows: Revise TABLE 2308.9.5 'HEADER AND GIRDER SPANSa FOR EXTERIOR BEARING WALLS' footnote "b" of the 2015 GA State Amendments to the 2012 IBC to read as follows: Revise TABLE 2308.9.6 'HEADER AND GIRDER SPANSa FOR INTERIOR BEARING WALLS footnote "b" of the 2015 GA State Amendments to the 2012 IBC to read as follows:Copies of the new 2018 Georgia State Amendments may be found on DCA’s structioncodes/programs/codeAmendments.aspIf you have any questions, contact the Codes Program Office at (404) 679-3118 or by email at codes@dca.ga.govCo d e s Up dat e / Vo lume 2 0 / 7
CodesUpdTiny HousesLess is More: Are Tiny Housesthe Wave of the Future?34%18-34 year-olds who would“seriously consider” or “definitely”live in a tiny house.The Second Annual Decatur TinyHouse Festival, organized byTiny House Atlanta and the Cityof Decatur, was held on Sept.29th through Oct. 1st in downtown Decatur. The festival wasdesigned to educate attendeesabout microliving, sustainability and downsizing. Featuringthree days of sessions, workshops and tours of more than25 really cool tiny houses, theevent attracted more than 6,000people. Ted Miltiades, Directorof DCA’s Office of Construction8 / Co de s Update / Volu me 2018-34 year-olds who renthousing because they cannotafford a downpayment.Codes, made a presentation onTiny Homes and State BuildingCodes. DCA is in the process ofamending the state residentialcode for site-built and factory-built tiny houses. Thesenew code provisions include anew Appendix S which is intended to help Tiny Houses complywith the current code requirements for residential construction. For more information,contact the Construction CodesOffice at (404) 679-3118 or byemail at codes@dca.ga.gov. 50%NEW CODE AMENDMENTSAND APPENDIX FOR TINYHOUSESIn April, the State Codes Advisory Committee (SCAC) voted torecommend the adoption of twonew Georgia State Code Amendments to the 2012 InternationalResidential Code (IRC) to helpTiny Houses comply with current code requirements for residential construction. These newamendments become effectiveon January 1, 2018.
pdateThe 2nd annual Tiny House Festival was heldSept. 29-Oct. 1 in downtown Decatur.Tiny houseon apermanentfoundationThe first change revises Section R304.1‘Minimumarea’ to reduce the minimum area required for habitable rooms from 120 to 70 square feet. Depending on the floor plan, this change allows the totalsquare feet required for a dwelling to be a minimum of approximately 130 square feet. A dwellingunit is defined as a single unit providing completeindependent living facilities, including permanentprovisions for living, sleeping, eating, cooking andsanitation.The second change adds a new appendix whichis intended to address many of the potential codebarriers that may affect the approval of tiny houses by local governments. Appendix S ‘Tiny Houses’ applies to tiny houses that are used as singlefamily dwelling units. It defines a tiny house asa dwelling that is 400 square feet or less in floorarea, excluding lofts. The appendix addressesminimum requirements for ceiling height, loftarea and loft height effect, loft guards, stairwaywidth and headroom, stair treads/risers, stair platforms, loft ladders, ships ladders and handrails,emergency escape/rescue openings, and smokeand carbon monoxide detectors. It is important tonote that the provisions contained in this appendix are not mandatory unless specifically referenced in the local adopting ordinance. However, toassist local governments with the adoption process, DCA has developed a sample model ordinance to adopt Appendix S.In addition, DCA published a ‘Tiny House FactSheet’ which identifies the different types of tinyhomes, such as stick-built or factory-built, whichbuilding codes apply, and other local zoning requirements and regulations that can vary widelyby jurisdiction.Construction Codes DirectorTed Miltiades and DCA BoardMember Stephan NygrenTed Miltiades, Stephan Nygren,and CEO/Founder of TinyHouse Atlanta, Will JohnstonCo d e s Up dat e / Vo lume 2 0 / 9
2018 IBC Task Force tentative meetings:December 14, 2017January 11, 2018February 1, 2018February 22, 2018March 15, 2018Meetings will be held at 10:00 AM in Room 302 of theGeorgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA),60 Executive Park South NE, Atlanta, Georgia 30329.All DCA meetings are open to the public.2018 INTERNATIONALBUILDING CODETASK FORCEOn November 16, 2017, Windell Peters, Chairmanof the State Codes Advisory Committee (SCAC),appointed a new State Building Codes Task Force (IBC) which will be charged with reviewingthe 2018 International Building Code (IBC) withany proposed state amendments to replace theexisting 2012 International Building Code as thecurrent Georgia State Minimum Standard Residential Code. The task force is comprised of ninemembers representing stakeholder groups of theconstruction industry in Georgia:Gregori Anderson, Chairman, SCAC and StateBuilding OfficialsBill Chambless, Vice Chairman, SCAC and GeneralContractorsDaniel Baiamonte, Georgia Association of FireChiefsAlex Holbrook, American Council of EngineeringCompanies (ACEC) of GeorgiaJohn Hudgison, Building Officials Association ofGeorgia (BOAG)1 0 / Co de s Update / Volu me 20John Hutton, Structural Engineers Association ofGeorgia (SEAOG)Deirdre Leclair, American Institute of Architects(AIA) of GeorgiaMichael McGwier, Georgia Apartment Association(GAA)Mark Schroeder, Building Owners and Managers(BOMA) of GeorgiaA series of meetings has been tentatively scheduled (see box), and a preliminary report will bemade by the Task Force Chairman at the SCACmeeting on February 28. A final report will bemade at the following SCAC meeting (TBD). Uponfinal approval by the SCAC and DCA Board, thetentative effective date will be January 1, 2020.CodIf you have questions or would like to be includedon the interested parties list for this task force,please contact Bill Towson, DCA Staff Task ForceLiaison, at (404) 679-3109 or bill.towson@dca.ga.gov.
2018 IRC Task Force meeting dates:January 10, 2018January 31, 2018February 21, 2018March 14, 2018March 29, 2018Meetings will be held at 10:00 AM in Room 302 of theGeorgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA),60 Executive Park South NE, Atlanta, Georgia 30329.All DCA meetings are open to the public.2018 INTERNATIONALRESIDENTIAL CODETASK FORCEOn January 10, 2018, the International Residential Code (IRC) Task Force will be charged withreviewing the 2018 International Residential Codeand any proposed amendments, in order to replace the 2012 International Residential Code as theState Minimum One- and Two-Family DwellingsCode. There are nine task force members representing industry groups:Tracy Hester, Chairman, State Codes AdvisoryCommittee (SCAC) and Building Officials Association of Georgia (BOAG)Tim Williams, Vice Chairman, State Codes Advisory Committee (SCAC) and Home Builders Association of Georgia (HBAG)James Martin, Building Officials Association ofGeorgia (BOAG)Neal Davis, Home Builders Association of Georgia(HBAG)Stanley Richardson, Home Builders Associationof Georgia (HBAG)Josh Roth, Georgia State Inspectors Association(GSIA)Ryan Taylor, American Institute of Architects (AIA)Joe Griggs, Georgia Association of Home Inspectors (GAHI)Steve Young, Construction Suppliers Associationof GeorgiaAfter approval of recommendations from the taskforce, the State Codes Advisory Committee andthe DCA Board, the 2018 IRC is tentatively scheduled for an effective date of January 1, 2020.desUpdateIf you have any questions or would like to be placed in the interested parties list for the 2018 IRCTask Force, please contact Matt McConnell at 404679-3104 or matt.mcconnell@dca.ga.gov.Co d e s Up dat e / Volume 2 0 / 1 1
IB AngleCodFACTORY-BUILT TINY HOUSES,SHIPPING CONTAINERS ANDRESIDENTIAL STORAGE E SHEDSThe Industrialized BuildingsAdvisory Committee (IBAC) meton August 8 at the Departmentof Community Affairs (DCA). Thetopic of discussion: Should tinyhouses, shipping containersand residential storage sheds beincluded in Georgia’s Industrialized Buildings (IB) program?in accordance with current IBProgram Rules.Note: Tiny Houses on Wheels(THOWs) are not covered underthe scope of the 2012 International Residential Code (IRC). Sincethey are built on a metal chassis(portable trailers with wheels)they are classified as Recreational Vehicles (RVs) and cannot beapproved as Residential Industrialized Buildings by definitionin the current state law of Georgia. Previously, the IBAC recommended a proposed state codechange be forwarded to the State Codes Advisory Committee(SCAC) for consideration whichreduces the minimum area required for habitable rooms from120 to 70 square feet. Anotherproposed change would add anew Appendix to the IRC codewhich addresses the main codebarriers to tiny houses. If appro-ved, these changes will help tinyhouses installed on permanentfoundations comply with thecurrent IRC Code. Hopefully,including Tiny Houses in GA’s IBprogram will stimulate economic development by reopeningidle manufacturing plants inSouth Georgia which were shutdown due to the recession.Tiny Houses. The IBAC committee previously determinedthere is nothing in the currentIB program rules which wouldprohibit tiny houses from beingfactory-built off-frame (not ona metal chassis) by approved IBmanufacturers for installationon permanent foundations.However, they must complywith the current State MinimumStandard Residential Code(2012 International ResidentialCode) and be third party inspected in the manufacturing plant1 2 / Co de s Update / Volu me 20Shipping Containers. The IBACrevisited the issue of includingnew and used shipping containers in the GA IB Program. Shipping containers do not fall underthe current scope of the GA’s IBprogram and rules. However,containers are now allowed byseveral industrialized buildingsprograms in other states, i.e.Arizona, California, Texas andFlorida. Due to the interest ofmanufacturers and third partyagencies result the committee
desUpdatewill be determining if shippingcontainers should be allowed forall commercial and residentialoccupancies and uses. There areseveral issues which need to beresolved regarding the approval and recertification of usedshipping containers, specifically,which third party inspectionprotocols and industry standardsshould be utilized. The ModularBuilding Institute (MBI) formedan industry study committee toreview shipping containers andinspection protocols and theywill provide an updated report atthe next IBAC meeting.In addition, shipping containersare rapidly replacing the typicaltype of factory built buildingswhich are traditionally manufactured, sold, and rented as construction site office and storagebuildings. Thus, the committeewill also consider revising the IBrules to allow containers to beused for this specific purpose.Residential Storage Sheds. Residential storage shed and utilitybuilding manufacturers are notcurrently regulated by the Stateof Georgia, but they are regulated by Florida and other states.The IBAC is considering residential sheds to be allowed in GA’s IBProgram. Residential sheds areclassified as accessory structures(e.g. lawn and garden and toolsheds, detached garages andcarports) and they must complywith the state residential codes.They are not intended to beused for human habitation. Thecommittee will hear proposeddraft rule changes that will allowresidential sheds to be voluntarily included in the current GA IBProgram.Regulating residential sheds willensure safe and quality builtstructures and assist local jurisdictions with code enforcementissues, such as construction permits and inspections. Pre-fabricated ready-to-assemble shedsand do-it-yourself knock-downshed kits intended for assemblyonsite by others will be excluded.Participation by shed manufacturers in GA’s program is strictlyvoluntary only and will not bemandatory.The last IBAC meeting was heldon December 7 at the GeorgiaDepartment of CommunityAffairs.View the AgendaSee Proposed Rule ChangesFor questions and more information, please contact the IB Program Office at 404-679-3118 orby email at dca-ib@dca.ga.gov.MARK YOUR2018 CALENDAR!February28State Codes AdvisoryCommittee10:00 a.m. @ DCAMarch6-9Georgia Associationof Code EnforcementSavannah, GA22-26 World of ModularMiami, FLApril15-25 ICC Code HearingsColumbus, OHMay20-24 BOAG ConferenceSt. Simons, GAJune4-8NFPA World SafetyConference andExpositionLas Vegas, NV20-24 AIA ConferenceNew York, NY28State Codes AdvisoryCommittee10:00 a.m. @ DCA(Tentative)Co d e s Up dat e / Volume 2 0 / 1 3
CodesCody Says.Looking Ahead1 4 / Co de s Update / Volu me 20The state of Georgia is planning to adopt six new construction codes including the 2018 International BuildingCode, the 2018 International Residential Code, the 2018International Plumbing Code, the 2018 InternationalMechanical Code, the 2018 Fuel Gas Code, and the 2018International Fire Code. All of these codes will have a tentative scheduled effective date of January 1, 2020.
sUpdateFast Fact:Incidents of home firesand electrical accidentstypically increase duringwinter months.According to theNational Fire ProtectionAssociation (NFPA), 30percent of home firesand 38 percent of homefire deaths occur duringthe months of December,January, and February.Question:Can a builder still utilize the InternationalResidential Code to install fire sprinklers inone- and two-family dwellings even thoughGeorgia law does not mandate their installation?Answer:Yes, the intent of the Georgia amendmentsis that fire sprinklers shall not be mandatoryin one- and two-family dwellings. However,the provisions of the 2012 Edition of the International Residential Code for One- andTwo-Family Dwellings regarding automatic firesprinklers are to remain in the Code for usewhen the builder/developer or owner choosesto install fire sprinklers as an option.Co d e s Up dat e / Volume 2 0 / 1 5
ProfileCornerPEOPLE FOCUSJosh Roth is no stranger to the construction industry, havingspent over 20 years as a state-licensed general contractor,private developer, Building Official and Planning Director. Inaddition, he has managed over 25M of work per year, including multifamily, commercial, utilities, single family, andmany new and re- developments.When Josh was just six years old, he was on the roof with hisfather soaking it all in. In the following years, he worked inmultiple related fields -- framing, roofing, concrete, plumbing, and his favorite, electrical. Josh worked every summer,starting with sweeping off roofs and houses. He successfullymanaged his first million-dollar project at the age of eighteen.Josh believes that real world experience, combined with common sense, can never be replaced.JOSHROTHBefore joining CH2M in 2017, Josh spent almost seven yearsas Planning & Inspection Director for the City of Americus. Inthis role, Josh created the Americus Sumter Land Bank andstarted a continuing education program for contractors. Thekey to Josh’s success is in the diverse entities for which he hashad worked and in the relationships he has formed as a result-- from small private businesses to municipal government tothe Fortune 500.Josh has had the privilege of serving as Vice President of Building Officials Association of Georgia (BOAG), 2nd Vice President of Georgia State Inspectors Association (GSIA), and pastPresident of the Southwest Georgia Inspectors Association(SWGIA). He was also a member of the 2012 IRC Code Task Force and the 2017 NEC Code Task Force. He holds certificationsthat include ICC Certified Building Official and BOAG level 5Professional Building Official. Josh was awarded the SmallTown Leaders Scholarship from ICC for 2016.CodesUpdBut by far, his greatest accomplishment was being named byhis colleagues as Building Official of the Year that same year.1 6 / Co de s Update / Volu me 20
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYDCA is seeking a Building Codes Consultant for its Community Development Division. This position will update and maintain Georgia’snine mandatory construction codes and three permissive codes,along with statewide amendments; provides technical assistance tolocal governments, the construction industry and the general public;and maintains code amendments submitted by local governments.This position also updates and maintains the statewide BuildingOfficials Directory and provides staffing for the State Codes AdvisoryCommittee, subcommittees and task forces.DCA is a state organization dedicated to partnering with communitiesto help create a climate of success for Georgia’s families and businesses. We offer a fast paced, challenging and dynamic work environment that requires innovative thinking, pride in quality work, and theability to work as a versatile team player. DCA gives its employees theopportunity to do more than merely make a living. We are seriousabout helping Georgia’s families live more abundantly with a greatersense of hope and achievement. If public service and the desire toenrich the lives of others motivates you to do your best work, youshould consider joining the DCA Team. For more information pleaseaccess link https://ga.taleo.net/careersection/ga external/jobsearch.ftl?lang en&organization 19600101370 to apply for opening. Youmay also directly contact Ted Miltiades, Director of Construction Codes at Ted.Miltiades@dca.ga.govKnowledge, Skills, & Abilities Knowledge and considerable technical competence of the GeorgiaState Minimum Standard Codes for construction Knowledge of compliance standards Skill in developing and assembling technical and administrativedata for presentation Computer literacy and usage skills Skill in providing exceptional customer service Skill in oral and written communication Ability to meet and deal effectively with a wide range of individuals,including elected and appointed officials, professionals, professionalorganizations and the general public Ability to review, research and report new materials, systems, standards and code changes Ability to compose and prepare detailed revisions to State MinimumStandard Codes for consideration by various accrediting groups andlocal government officials Ability to manage multiple tasksdatePEOPLE FOCUSAgency Specific MinimumQualifications:Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited college or universityORAssociate’s degree ina related field from anaccredited college oruniversity AND 1 year ofrelated experiencePosition Requirements:Job candidates will besubject to a criminal background check, educational degree check, andreference checks priorto the extension of a joboffer.JOB POSTINGNov 17, 2017Closing Date:Until filledPrimary Location:GA-Dekalb-AtlantaJob:RegulatoryShift:Day JobAdvertised Salary: 36,268.09 - 51,811.56Co d e s Up dat e / Volume 2 0 / 1 7
WEBSITES OF INTERESTInternational Association of Building Officials (IABO)iaboinc.comInternational Codes Council (ICC)iccsafe.orgICC Region Chater iccreg8.comBuilding Officials Association of Georgia (BOAG)boagcodes.orgGovernor’s Office of Consumer Protectiongeorgia.gov/agenciesGeorgia Plumbers Trade Association (GPTA)gpta.netGeorgia Association of Home Inspectors (GAHI)gahi.comGeorgia Fire Safety Commissioner (State Fire Marshal)oci.ga.govGeorgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA)dca.ga.govCall before you DIG georgia811.comGeorgia State Inspectors Associationgeorgiastateinspectors.comGA State Historic Buildings Preservation Office (DHR)georgiashpo.orgGA State ADA Accessibility Office (GSFIC)ada.georgia.govGA Association of Zoning Administrators (GAZA)georgiazoning.orgGA Association of Floodplain Management AFM)gafloods.orgNational Floodplain Insurance Program (NFIP)floodsmart.govPlumbing & Mechanical Association of GA (PMA)plumbingpros.comStorm Shelters: Selecting Design Criteria (FEMA)fema.govSafe Rooms (FEMA) fema.gov/safe-roomresourcesCarbon Monoxide Detectors aboutcarbonmonoxide.com1 8 / Co de s Update / Volu me 20
CONTACT DCA’S CODES & INDUSTRIALIZED BUILDINGS60 Executive Park South, NEAtlanta, Georgia 30329-2231dca.ga.gov(404) 679-3118 (phone)(404) 679-0646 (Fax)codes@dca.ga.gov or industrializedbuildings@dca.ga.govTed Miltiades, DirectorOffice of Construction Codes and Industrialized Buildings(404) 679-3106ted.miltiades@dca.ga.govBill Towson, Architectural Consultant(404) 679-3109, bill.towson@dca.ga.govMatt McConnell, Building Codes Consultant,(404) 679-3104 matt.mcconnell@dca.ga.govSoli Nicolson, Industrialized Buildings Intern,(404) 679-0617, soli.nicolson@dca.ga.govKadedra Caldwell, Industrialized Buildings Intern,(404) 679- 3118, kadedra.caldwell@dca.ga.govCo d e s Up dat e / Volume 2 0 / 1 9
2017 National Electrical Code Codes Update On June 22, 2017, the National Electrical Code (NEC) Task Force presented their final report to the State Codes Advisory Com-mittee (SCAC). The SCAC accep-ted the recommendations of the task force and voted to adopt the 2017 National Electrical Code
