Building Code Information

Building Codes Followed in Cache County

Effective July 1, 2019, the State of Utah adopted the following statewide codes:

2018 IBC - International Building Code
2015 IRC - International Residential Code
2018 IPC - Plumbing Code
2018 IMC - International Mechanical Code
2018 IFGC - International Fuel Gas Code
2018 IECC - International Energy Conservation Code
2017 NEC - National Electrical Code

Also, be aware of the following:

ANSI 117.1 2009 Edition
Residential Code 2015 IRC and the 2015 IECC - residential codes encompass all of the above-listed codes and are valid for dwellings up to a duplex-type house. Residences requiring special engineering or special features may need to adhere to a different code and are determined on a case-by-case basis.

Caution: Building codes and construction standards are complicated and can require specialized experience. Always consult a qualified contractor on construction projects.

Environmental Standards for Cache Valley

Roof Snow Load - 35 lbs or more / sq. foot in valley areas. For canyons and all-mountain areas, the load is 100 lbs or more / sw. foot.
Seismic Load - D
Wind - 90 mph
Depth for Frost Protection - 30 inches below grade
Snow load link https://www.usu.edu/utahsnowload/