The state of Florida will be updating to the 9th edition of their building codes, effective December 31, 2026.
The following codes will be adopted:
The state of New Jersey has adopted the 2024 I-Codes as of August 17, 2026.There is a 6-month grace period making the effective date February 17, 2027.
More information on the code adoptions can be found on the state’s website: New Jersey Department of Community Affairs | Current Construction Codes
The state of Mississippi has adopted the 2024 I-Codes for modular construction as of July 1, 2026.
National Electrical Code (NFPA 70)
International Building Code, 2024 edition
International Residential Code, 2024 edition
International Plumbing Code, 2024 edition
Southern Building Code Congress International Standard for Hurricane Resistant Residential Construction (SSTD 10); or Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other Structures (ASCE-7)
The state of Utah has adopted the 2024 I-Codes with the exception of the following:
In April 2026, the State of Delaware Division of Climate, Coastal and Energy Office amended the Regulations by adopting the 2024 International Energy Conservation Code and the ASHRAE 90.1-2022 for commercial and high-rise residential buildings. This regulation also adopts Appendix RE: EV Charging Infrastructure and Appendix CB: Solar-Ready Zone with amendments to align with corresponding statutory requirements.
On May 5, 2026, Governor Polis signed Senate Bill 26-109 Building Code Accessibility into law, making it easier for people with disabilities to live in homes built with public money. This law includes updates to:
The Louisiana State Uniform Construction Code Council (LSUCCC) has exercised the emergency provision in accordance with R.S. 49:953(B) of the Administrative Procedure Act, to amend LAC 17:I.107 in the Uniform Construction Code as authorized by R.S.40:1730.28. The LSUCCC has found an immediate need to adopt the language below in the International Residential Code, 2021 Edition, by amending Chapter 9, Roof Assemblies, and adopting additional language under Section R905.1.1, Underlayment.