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)
2021 International Mechanical Code
State of Iowa Mechanical Code (link)
State of Iowa Mechanical Code Booklet (link)

Electrical Code - Urbandale Municipal Code Chapter 152 (link)
2020 National Electrical Code
State of Iowa Electrical Code (link)

Plumbing Code - Urbandale Municipal Code Chapter 155 (link)
2021 Uniform Plumbing Code and NFPA 54
State of Iowa Plumbing Code (link)
State of Iowa Plumbing Code Booklet (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: 48.6 degrees F