Building Codes

Adopted Codes and Ordinances:

Building Code - Urbandale Municipal Code Chapter 150 (link)
2018 International Building Code
2018 International Existing Building Code
2018 International Residential Code

Fire Code - Urbandale Municipal Code Chapter 92 (link)
2018 International Fire Code

Energy Code - State of Iowa Energy Code (link)
2012 International Energy Conservation Code

Mechanical Code - Urbandale Municipal Code Chapter 153 (link)
2024 International Mechanical Code - per State of Iowa
State of Iowa Mechanical Code (link)

Electrical Code - Urbandale Municipal Code Chapter 152 (link)
2023 National Electrical Code - per State of Iowa
State of Iowa Electrical Code (link)

Plumbing Code - Urbandale Municipal Code Chapter 155 (link)
2024 Uniform Plumbing Code and NFPA 54 - per State of Iowa
State of Iowa Plumbing Code (link)

Swimming Pool and Spa Code - Urbandale Municipal Code Chapter 150.06 (link)
2018 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code

Housing Code - Urbandale Municipal Code Chapter 151 (link)
2012 International Property Maintenance Code

Climate and Geographic Design Criteria:

Ground Snow Load: 30 psf
Wind Speed: 115 mph
Seismic Design Category: A
Weathering: Severe 
Frost Line Depth: 42 inches below grade
Termite: Moderate to Heavy
Decay: Slight to Moderate
Winter Design Temp: -5 degrees F
Ice Shield Underlayment Required: YES - See amendments regarding ice shield alternative.
Flood Hazards: The Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) for the City that is currently in effect.
Air Freezing Index: 1,833
Mean Annual Temp: State of Iowa Mechanical Code48.6 degrees F