International Codes


The Aberdeen Building Code (AMC 15.08) provides the minimum requirements for the design and construction of new buildings, existing buildings, new residential and remodel of existing residential homes.

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International Building Code

Aberdeen has adopted the 2018 Edition of the International Building Code (IBC), by Chapter 51-50 WAC, excluding Chapters 13, 27, 28, and 29 of the IBC which are not adopted, and including Appendices E and J.

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international Residential code

Aberdeen has adopted the 2018 Edition of the International Building Code (IRC), by Chapter 51-51 WAC, and the IRC Appendices B,C,F, and G.

1. Section R105.2 of Chapter 1, exemption from permits item 1, is amended to read as follows: One-story detached accessory structures used as tool and storage sheds, playhouses, and similar uses, providing the floor area does not exceed 128 square feet (11.89 square meters);

2. Section R105.2 of Chapter 1, exemption from permits item 10 (decks under two hundred (200) square feet and thirty (30) inches above grade), is excluded and not adopted;

3. Section R105.3.1.1 of Chapter 1 is excluded and not adopted;

4. Chapter 11 and Chapters 25 through 42 are excluded and not adopted.

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international existing building code

Aberdeen has adopted the 2018 Edition of the International Existing Building Code  (IEBC), by Chapter 51-50-480000 WAC..

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