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The world of foundation engineering
Published in Rodrigo Salgado, The Engineering of Foundations, Slopes and Retaining Structures, 2022
Most local codes in the United States refer to the International Building Code (IBC), which was developed by the International Code Council (ICC), but often have amendments with respect to geotechnical design and construction. Another example of a code that imposes certain constraints on foundation design is American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) LRFD Bridge Design Specifications, which impacts the design of bridge foundations.
Introduction—Floods
Published in Syed Mehdi Ashraf, Structural Building Design: Wind and Flood Loads, 2018
Appendix G of the 2015 International Building Code (IBC) addresses the requirements of the floodplain management standards in building permits. Buildings or other structures, temporary structures, and temporary or permanent structures to store materials are classified under the term “Development.” Appendix G is intended to fulfill the requirements of the NFIP not included in the code. The main objective of the IBC requirements is to protect human life. Other objectives include economizing the need of flood relief efforts with improved planning and construction. The minimum requirements of the NFIP are specified in Part (60) of Title 44 of the CFR.
Structural Retrofit
Published in Paul W. McMullin, Jonathan S. Price, Sarah Simchuk, Special Structural Topics, 2018
The IBC has been legally adopted in every state in the US, although the edition varies between states. The IEBC has almost the same level of acceptance. Refer to the ICC website for the codes in effect in each state before starting design and understand how they will apply to your project. Communicate your code interpretations (IBC edition, live and dead load assumptions) to your client. Request their interpretation of fire rating, as it may affect or limit design options.
Review of Seismic Risk Mitigation Policies in Earthquake-Prone Countries: Lessons for Earthquake Resilience in the United States
Published in Journal of Earthquake Engineering, 2022
Yating Zhang, Juan F. Fung, Katherine J. Johnson, Siamak Sattar
In contrast to other earthquake-prone countries, seismic risk mitigation policy in the United States is primarily the responsibility of state and local governments. This is because there is no federal mandate for building codes and standards to be adopted across all jurisdictions. Building codes, such as the International Building Code (IBC) and the International Existing Building Code (IEBC) are the foundation for many building codes and standards across the U.S. (ICC 2017a, 2017b). However, these must be applied and enforced at the state or local level, meaning that there is significant variation across U.S. jurisdictions in the level of protection that may be provided by buildings in an earthquake. Nevertheless, federal agencies, such as the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), and programs, such as the National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (NEHRP), provide crucial leadership and guidance for local policy makers. In turn, regional initiatives can influence federal guidelines and provisions, as discussed below.