The International Residential Code® brings uniformity toconstruction of one- and two-family dwellings and townhouses up tohere stories high. Forty-three chapters cover:
Building planning
Foundations
Floors
Wall covering
Roof assemblies
Chimneys and fireplaces
Energy efficiency
Mechanical system requirements
Boilers and water heaters
Fuel gas
Plumbing
Electrical requirements
The International Residential Code® is part of the 14-Volume 2003 International Codes® published by theInternational Code Council (ICC) and distributed by ASTM