MEP
As is
Minnesota Electrical Code
Adopted from:2023 NFPA 70 National Electrical Code (NFPA 70)
Effective Period
Learn moreJul 1, 2023—Present
Building Codes by State & Jurisdiction
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Energy
State Edition
Minnesota Energy Code with ANSI/ASHRAE/IES Standard 90.1-2019
Adopted from:2018 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC)
Effective Period
Learn moreJan 5, 2024—Present
MEP
State Edition
Minnesota Plumbing Code
Adopted from:2018 Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC)
Effective Period
Learn moreDec 17, 2021—Present
MEP
State Edition
Minnesota Mechanical and Fuel Gas Code
Adopted from:2018 International Mechanical Code (IMC)
Effective Period
Learn moreApr 6, 2020—Present
Fire
State Edition
Minnesota Fire Code
Adopted from:2018 International Fire Code (IFC)
Effective Period
Learn moreMar 31, 2020—Present
Residential
State Edition
Minnesota Residential Code
Adopted from:2018 International Residential Code (IRC)
Effective Period
Learn moreMar 31, 2020—Present
Building
State Edition
Minnesota Accessibility Code
Adopted from:2018 Accessibility (Accessibility)
Effective Period
Learn moreMar 31, 2020—Present
Building
State Edition
Minnesota Building Code
Adopted from:2018 International Building Code (IBC)
Effective Period
Learn moreMar 31, 2020—Present
Building
State Edition
Minnesota Existing Building Code
Adopted from:2018 International Existing Building Code (IEBC)
Effective Period
Learn moreMar 31, 2020—Present
Energy
State Edition
Minnesota Energy Code- Residential
Adopted from:2012 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC)
Effective Period
Learn moreFeb 14, 2015—Feb 13, 2015
People also ask
Minnesota has adopted 10 active building codes, including editions of the Minnesota Electrical Code, Minnesota Energy Code with ANSI/ASHRAE/IES Standard 90.1-2019, Minnesota Plumbing Code. Use the list above to verify the specific year and edition for your project.
No, Minnesota generally mandates statewide building code adoption, ensuring consistent construction standards across all jurisdictions.
Most states, including Minnesota, review and adopt new building code editions every 3 to 6 years, typically following the triennial publication cycles of the ICC and NFPA.
Minnesota's current building code adoption is based on the 2023 edition cycle. Check the code cards above for specific edition years for each code type (IBC, IRC, IFC, etc.).
Minnesota 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 Minnesota 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.