Code Update Training
In accordance with the requirements of Act 45 of 1999 as amended, the Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code (UCC) Review and Advisory Council (RAC) completed the review of the 2021 I-Codes in 2024. The code provisions that were adopted during this process will take effect on July 13, 2025. To learn more about these upcoming changes, schedule a training with the knowledgeable staff of the Pennsylvania Housing Research Center today!
Live Training Modules
PA UCC Residential Code Update: Part 1 (1 hr)
This session will review implications of transitioning to the 2021 ICC base codes, discuss PA legislative and RAC amendments, and dive into some highlights of the new code provisions for residential construction.
PA UCC Residential Code Update: Part 2 (1 hr)
This session will build on Part 1 by providing an overview of the most substantial changes between the 2018 and 2021 ICC base codes for residential construction.
Decked Out: A Dive into the Updated 2021 IRC Deck Code Provisions (1 hr)
This session will address the current and updated provisions in Chapter 5 of the 2021 IRC for decks.
Continuous Insulation in the 2021 IRC (1 hr)
This session will highlight key changes, compliance strategies, and best practices to optimize energy effficiency and meet new energy standards regarding continuous exterior insulation.
2021 Residential Energy in PA (1 hr)
This session will provide an overview of energy-related code provisions in the PA UCC with an emphasis on the recent changes associated with the 2021 IRC/IECC adoption.
Schedule a Training Session
To learn more about these upcoming changes, schedule a training session with the knowledgeable staff of the Pennsylvania Housing Research Center today! Training sessions can be held in person at your location or via Zoom. Due to overwhelming requests for training, groups of 10 or less may be asked to consolidate with another group or to start with scheduled webinars.
Complete the PHRC Speaking Request form to schedule a code update training session. Code update training sessions will be available in late fall/early winter pending the final RAC report submittal.
Live Webinars (CEUs available)
- 12/10/2024 - 2021 PA UCC Residential Code: Update 2
- 1/14/2025 - Decked Out: A Dive into the Updated 2021 IRC Deck Code Provisions
- 3/11/2025 - Navigating the Ever-Changing Energy Code Landscape, the 2021 IRC/IECC Edition
- 4/24/2025 - Mastering Exterior Insulation: Navigating PA's New UCC Code Requirements
Recorded Webinars (No CEUs)
- 11/12/2024 - 2021 PA UCC Residential Code: Update 1
On-Demand Courses (CEUs)
- TBA
Schedule a Training Session
Complete the PHRC Speaking Request form to schedule a code update training session. Code update training sessions will be available in late 2024.
Important Information
- The effective date is July 13, 2025.
- View the final RAC report that was submitted to the Department of L&I on Sept. 14, 2024.
- View the 2021 RAC Changed Sections for the 2021 I-Codes.
- Access the 2021 International Residential Code (IRC) online.
- Access the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) online.
- The updated Pennsylvania Alternative Residential Energy Provisions (PA-Alt) will be released in early 2025.
- The Compliance Worksheet for the Pennsylvania Alternative Residential Energy Provisions will be released following the standard's publication.
