Commercial Building Codes
Find a listing of codes, standards, laws and policies relating to commercial building construction. The codes are law and the policies are how we approach or interpret these laws in application to commercial building and permitting processes. If you don't find what you're looking for you can always use our staff directory to contact us or call 240.777.0311.
CODES
Building
- 2018 International Building Code ER 31-19
- Chapter 8 County Building Code
- 2018 International Building Code
- 2018 International Existing Building Code
- 2018 IgCC Published
- Maryland Accessibility Code
- 2015 NFPA Fire Code
- 2015 NFPA 101 Life Safety Code
- 2012 International Green Construction Code
- 2015 IBC Amendments
Policies and Interpretations
DPS Policies
- Communicating Spaces IBC15
- Commercial Fast Track Policy BC-A21-10
- Computer Room Ventilation BCP11-09
- Green Building Additions BCP11-11
- Kitchen Hoods for Place of Worship/Daycare BCP11-08
- Low Voltage Systems BCP11-01
- Permits for Metal Storage and Sea Containers BCP11-06
- Permits for Tents DPS03-2018
- Tent Heater Policy CBC 05-2020
- Reliable Power Source BCP11-03
- Stair Rail IBC15
- Temporary Sales Office in Model Homes IBC15-108
- Accesssory Dwelling Units RCI/CB 2020-01
- Laboratories Using Chemicals Construction BCP21-01
Pending DPS Policies
There are currently no pending code interpretations regarding commercial building codes.