MEP
As is
Alabama Plumbing Code
Adopted from:2021 International Plumbing Code (IPC)
Effective Period
Learn moreJul 1, 2022—Present
Building Codes by State & Jurisdiction
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MEP
State Amended
Alabama Mechanical Code
Adopted from:2021 International Mechanical Code (IMC)
Effective Period
Learn moreJul 1, 2022—Present
MEP
As is
Alabama Fuel Gas Code
Adopted from:2021 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC)
Effective Period
Learn moreJul 1, 2022—Present
Building
State Amended
Alabama Building Code
Adopted from:2021 International Building Code (IBC)
Effective Period
Learn moreJul 1, 2022—Present
Fire
State Amended
Alabama Fire Code
Adopted from:2021 International Fire Code (IFC)
Effective Period
Learn moreJul 1, 2022—Present
Building
As is
Alabama Existing Building Code
Adopted from:2021 International Existing Building Code (IEBC)
Effective Period
Learn moreJul 1, 2022—Present
MEP
As is
Alabama Electrical Code
Adopted from:2020 NFPA 70 National Electrical Code (NFPA 70)
Effective Period
Learn moreJul 1, 2022—Present
Residential
State Amended
Alabama Residential Code
Adopted from:2015 International Residential Code (IRC)
Effective Period
Learn moreOct 1, 2016—Sep 30, 2016
Energy
State Amended
International Energy Conservation Code of Alabama (Residential)
Adopted from:2015 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC)
Effective Period
Learn moreOct 1, 2016—Sep 30, 2016
Energy
As is
Alabama Commercial Energy Code
Adopted from:2015 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC)
Effective Period
Learn moreJan 1, 2016—Dec 31, 2015
People also ask
Alabama has adopted 10 active building codes, including editions of the Alabama Plumbing Code, Alabama Mechanical Code, Alabama Fuel Gas Code. Use the list above to verify the specific year and edition for your project.
No, Alabama generally mandates statewide building code adoption, ensuring consistent construction standards across all jurisdictions.
Most states, including Alabama, review and adopt new building code editions every 3 to 6 years, typically following the triennial publication cycles of the ICC and NFPA.
Alabama's current building code adoption is based on the 2021 edition cycle. Check the code cards above for specific edition years for each code type (IBC, IRC, IFC, etc.).
Alabama publishes statewide amendments. The amendment type for each code is indicated by the badge (As Is, State Amended, or State Edition) on each code card above.
Permit requirements in Alabama depend on the locally adopted building codes shown above. Contact your local building department for specific permit thresholds and submittal requirements. The code edition in effect on your permit application date determines which requirements apply to your project.