Codes and Ordinances Affecting the Construction or Renovation of Structures
The 2021 ICC Code Series and the 2020 NEC went into effect beginning August 1, 2023. Any projects submitted for permitting after this date shall reflect the new codes.
The following codes have been adopted by the City of Urbana:
Adopting Ordinance for 2021 Model Codes - Chapter 5 Urbana City Code
- Contains all relevant local changes to codes listed below.
Building Code Requirements - 2021 International Building Code
Existing Building Code Requirements - 2021 International Existing Building Code
Residential Code Requirements - 2021 International Residential Code
Electrical Code Requirements - 2020 National Electrical Code
Mechanical Code Requirements - 2021 International Mechanical Code
Fuel Gas Code Requirements - 2021 International Fuel Gas Code
Plumbing Code Requirements - 2014 Illinois State Plumbing Code
Plumbing Code Requirements - 2021 International Plumbing Code
Fire Protection Requirements - 2021 International Fire Prevention Code
Property Maintenance Code Requirements - 2021 International Property Maintenance Code
Energy Code Requirements - 2018 Energy Conservation Code
- As adopted by the State of Illinois - Illinois Energy Conservation Code
Life Safety Code - 2015 NFPA 101
- As adopted by the State of Illinois - Life Safety Code
Accessibility Requirements -
Fence Requirements - Chapter 7 Urbana City Code