2024 International Residential Code® (Soft Cover)
The 2024 International Codes® (I-Codes®) have undergone substantial formatting changes as part of the digital transformation strategy of the International Code Council® (ICC®) to improve the user experience. The changes, promoting a cleaner, more modern look and enhancing readability and sustainability, include:
Single column text format and modernized font styles improves readability
QR Codes replace vertical margin sidebars and arrows to identify code changes more accurately
Shading for table headers and notes improves locating tables and applicable notes
Grouping of associated content brings tables and figures immediately after the parent section
This comprehensive code comprises all building, plumbing, mechanical, fuel gas, energy conservation and electrical requirements for one- and two-family dwellings and townhouses up to three stories. The 2024 IRC® contains many important changes:
Imaginary lot lines are added for calculating fire separation distance when considering multiple dwellings on a single lot
Shared accessory rooms are an option in two-family dwellings
10-amp circuits now allowed for some lighting circuits, lighting outlets and exhaust
Many requirements for energy storage systems added
New protection requirements for storage batteries in garages are added
Sleeping loft requirements added for habitable attic style lofts and tiny home style lofts now have maximum size limits to meet an exception
Reinforcement of the floor below guards at a mezzanine is now required
The final test of the DWV system may be visual
Air exhaust openings now allowed near operable windows and doors
A2L refrigerants are added as an option for cooling equipment
Solvent cement joints for CPVC pipe are allowed above and below ground
Kitchen islands are no longer required to have receptacle outlets
Snow, wind and seismic maps updated
Accessibility in care facilities clarified
EV cars are added to the feeder load calculations