They actually did it and officially adopted the base 2009 codes which is honestly such a relief after all the back and forth. I am just staring at my computer screen in total shock because I really thought they would drag this out for another year but we finally cleared …
June 28, 2011
Final supporters
We strongly urge the Construction Industries Commission to change the current 2009 NM Building & Energy Conservation Codes to the base 2009 International Building and Energy Conservation Codes.
The 2009 International Building and Energy Conservation Codes in their base form is already over 10% higher in energy savings than the 2006 code. It accomplishes the goals of the International Code without unduly raising costs to consumers or over regulating types of materials or building methods for achieving the energy savings. New Mexico will remain a leader in energy conservation even if the CIC votes to roll back the existing statewide codes to the base 2009 International Codes.
In a recent survey of surrounding states and cities, it should be noted that most Western states have not adopted the 2009 codes. Here are some details:
- AZ -- State has officially adopted the 2006 IECC, but some of the small towns are still on the 2003 version. Phoenix, Tempe, and Tucson are on the 2006. No jurisdictions are on the 2009 version.
- CO -- State Transportation is on the 2009, but most of the municipalities are on the 2006, including Golden, Greeley, Littleton & Denver. Colorado Springs is still on the 2003 IECC.
- TX -- State Transportation is on the 2006, with Carrollton, Dallas & Irving complying. Austin is on the 2009, and Houston & Lubbock are on the 2000 version of the IECC.
- UT -- Entire state is on the 2009 IECC (base version, no additions).
- CA -- Has its own Title 24 version of energy code.
By changing the codes, New Mexico remains cost competitive in building new or remodeling residential and commercial properties while still implementing substantial energy savings; achieves the stated goals of the International Codes; and lessens costs for consumers by allowing builders to accomplish the energy savings in the most cost-efficient method, using the best available materials and products.
Updates
May 26, 2011
I logged on to find we somehow hit 250 signatures and honestly my brain is still trying to catch up to that number. It feels strange seeing all these people actually care about these building codes as much as I do when usually I am just shouting into the void about IECC versions in my kitchen.
Reached 250 supporters
May 25, 2011
Reached 100 supporters
May 20, 2011
6 Comments
why are we trying to be so different from everyone else? stick to the base code and lets move on.
YES. STOP MAKING HOUSING SO EXPENSIVE FOR NO REASON.
The current codes are overkill. Let builders do their jobs without the constant micromanaging from the state.
Glad to see someone is looking out for the consumer. These standards are hurting my family more than helping.
about time. building a house is expensive enough without all these extra hoops to jump through.
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They actually did it and officially adopted the base 2009 codes which is honestly such a relief after all the back and forth. I am just staring at my computer screen in total shock because I really thought they would drag this out for another year but we finally cleared …
June 28, 2011
Final supporters
We strongly urge the Construction Industries Commission to change the current 2009 NM Building & Energy Conservation Codes to the base 2009 International Building and Energy Conservation Codes.
The 2009 International Building and Energy Conservation Codes in their base form is already over 10% higher in energy savings than the 2006 code. It accomplishes the goals of the International Code without unduly raising costs to consumers or over regulating types of materials or building methods for achieving the energy savings. New Mexico will remain a leader in energy conservation even if the CIC votes to roll back the existing statewide codes to the base 2009 International Codes.
In a recent survey of surrounding states and cities, it should be noted that most Western states have not adopted the 2009 codes. Here are some details:
- AZ -- State has officially adopted the 2006 IECC, but some of the small towns are still on the 2003 version. Phoenix, Tempe, and Tucson are on the 2006. No jurisdictions are on the 2009 version.
- CO -- State Transportation is on the 2009, but most of the municipalities are on the 2006, including Golden, Greeley, Littleton & Denver. Colorado Springs is still on the 2003 IECC.
- TX -- State Transportation is on the 2006, with Carrollton, Dallas & Irving complying. Austin is on the 2009, and Houston & Lubbock are on the 2000 version of the IECC.
- UT -- Entire state is on the 2009 IECC (base version, no additions).
- CA -- Has its own Title 24 version of energy code.
By changing the codes, New Mexico remains cost competitive in building new or remodeling residential and commercial properties while still implementing substantial energy savings; achieves the stated goals of the International Codes; and lessens costs for consumers by allowing builders to accomplish the energy savings in the most cost-efficient method, using the best available materials and products.
Updates
May 26, 2011
I logged on to find we somehow hit 250 signatures and honestly my brain is still trying to catch up to that number. It feels strange seeing all these people actually care about these building codes as much as I do when usually I am just shouting into the void about IECC versions in my kitchen.
Reached 250 supporters
May 25, 2011
Reached 100 supporters
May 20, 2011
6 Comments
Finally some common sense. We are way over regulating things and it just makes it impossible for small builders to keep up with the costs.
why are we trying to be so different from everyone else? stick to the base code and lets move on.
YES. STOP MAKING HOUSING SO EXPENSIVE FOR NO REASON.
The current codes are overkill. Let builders do their jobs without the constant micromanaging from the state.
Glad to see someone is looking out for the consumer. These standards are hurting my family more than helping.
about time. building a house is expensive enough without all these extra hoops to jump through.
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Finally some common sense. We are way over regulating things and it just makes it impossible for small builders to keep up with the costs.