SIGNIFICANT CHANGES TO THE INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE®, 2018 Edition, provides a comprehensive analysis of notable changes since the 2015 IBC®--including the origins, implications, and real-world applications of those changes--within a single, easy-to-use resource. The text covers changes made to both structural and non-structural provisions of the IBC. Each analysis presents the affected code sections and identifies changes with strikethroughs and underlines to highlight modifications to the existing language. In addition, a brief summary, detailed illustrations, and thoughtful discussion of the changes’ significance help readers interpret the code’s technical jargon and understand its practical applications to real-world scenarios. Close attention to detail, logical organization, and thorough, yet concise coverage makes this text an ideal resource for students and professionals transitioning from the 2015 IBC.

1. Administration – Chapters 1 and 2.
2. Building Planning – Chapters 3 through 6.
3. Fire Protection – Chapters 7 through 9.
4. Means of Egress – Chapter 10.
5. Accessibility – Chapter 11.
6. Building Envelope, Structural Systems, and Construction Materials – Chapters 12 through 26.
7. Building Services, Special Devices, and Special Conditions – Chapters 27 through 34.

SIGNIFICANT CHANGES TO THE INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE®, 2018 Edition, provides a comprehensive analysis of notable changes since the 2015 IBC®--including the origins, implications, and real-world applications of those changes--within a single, easy-to-use resource. The text covers changes made to both structural and non-structural provisions of the IBC. Each analysis presents the affected code sections and identifies changes with strikethroughs and underlines to highlight modifications to the existing language. In addition, a brief summary, detailed illustrations, and thoughtful discussion of the changes’ significance help readers interpret the code’s technical jargon and understand its practical applications to real-world scenarios. Close attention to detail, logical organization, and thorough, yet concise coverage makes this text an ideal resource for students and professionals transitioning from the 2015 IBC. This wide-ranging, up-to-date text covers changes made to both structural and non-structural provisions of the IBC®, providing a comprehensive and detailed guide to current code. The text highlights over 125 of the most significant modifications to the 2015 IBC®, using strikethroughs and underlines to help readers identify specific changes quickly and accurately. Brief explanations, detailed illustrations, and thoughtful discussions of the current code’s significance help readers decipher the technical language of the code and appreciate its practical applications to real-world scenarios. Close attention to detail, logical organization, and thorough, yet concise coverage make this text an ideal resource for students and professionals transitioning from the 2015 IBC. The text’s logical structure and reader-friendly presentation--which follows the general layout of the code--guide readers through code provisions and their applications quickly and easily.