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Finally, a resource that bridges the gap between the worlds of green building and residential building codes – Going Green with the International Residential Code. The first book of its kind on the market, this indispensable "code-consultant" takes the topic of green building concepts one step further and addresses them as they specifically relate to building codes, and in particular, how they relate to the International Residential Code (IRC). Because the code books themselves do not directly address green construction issues, this book will help the reader make green decisions about construction methods and materials while staying code compliant.
Coverage begins with a Building Code Primer that explores basic permitting and regulatory processes. This fundamental knowledge sets the stage for readers to be better able to successfully incorporate green principles into construction projects and avoid costly mistakes that can occur when key processes are not established and followed beforehand. The book then moves to a review of the International Residential Code, chapter-by-chapter, identifying areas where provisions of the code will affect a green construction project and where in a project there are green options, as well.
Using tried-and-true real-life examples of green construction techniques throughout, this is the perfect guide to building codes in today's quest to go green.
Features:
- Enhances value with the inclusion of the Building Code Primer, which offers insight into the operation of a building department for anyone seeking building permits.
- Facilitates more accurate, reduced-risk planning and implementation by identifying the impact of green code requirements on construction both before and after the green decision is made.
- Enables the easy integration of green building into plans by uncovering green options and choices that may not otherwise be known or readily spotted.
About the Author
Scott D. Caufield is the Building Codes Administrator for Clackamas County, Oregon, where he has worked for nearly 18 years. There he has held a variety of technical, supervisory and administrative positions all in the field of building code enforcement. For the last six years, Mr. Caufield has served as the County's Building Official. He also serves as an advisor to the Clackamas County Office of Sustainability and works closely with the County's Sustainability Commission. Mr. Caufield holds numerous professional certifications within the State of Oregon and nationally through the International Code Council (ICC) including Building Official, Plans Examiner, Structural Inspector and Mechanical Inspector. In 2003, Mr. Caufield was honored with an appointment to the Oregon Residential Structures Board (ORSB) by Governor Theodore R. Kulongoski and he is currently serving his third term as the Building Official member of that board. Mr. Caufield served as the President of the Oregon Building Officials Association (OBOA) in 2008 and 2009 and is active in OBOA's educational and outreach activities. Mr. Caufield's first interest in sustainability and green building – particularly in the area of energy conservation – dates back to 1993 when he earned the Certificate in Energy Conservation through OBOA's voluntary certification program, one of only 10 persons in Oregon to have obtained this distinction.
Table of Contents
Part I: Chapter 1: Building Codes 101 - A Primer. Chapter 2: Construction Materials, Methods and the IRC. Chapter 3: Green Construction Materials, Methods and the IRC. Chapter 4: Understanding Alternative Means and Methods (AMM). Part II: Chapter 5: Site and Building Planning. Chapter 6: Foundations and Retaining Walls. Chapter 7: Floor Framing Systems. Chapter 8: Wall Framing System. Chapter 9: Wall Coverings. Chapter 10: Roof-Ceiling Framing Systems. Chapter 11: Roof Assemblies. Chapter 12: Chimneys and Fireplaces. Chapter 13: Energy Conservation. Chapter 14: Mechanical Systems. Chapter 15: Plumbing Systems. Chapter 16: Electrical Systems. Appendix A: Building Conservation/Existing Buildings. Appendix B: Sample Evaluation Reports. Appendix C: Alternative Means and Methods Request Form. Appendix D: Green Building Checklist. Glossary. Index. |
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