Construction Codes and Requirements

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Building Codes

See Chapter 18 of the Superior Municipal Code for amendments to the following adopted Codes:

2018 International Building Code
2018 International Mechanical Code
2018 International Plumbing Code
2018 International Fire Code
2018 International Fuel Gas Code
2018 International Residential Code
2021 International Energy Conservation Code (effective 3/28/22)
- 2021 IECC – Note adopted amendments to this code below
- 2021 IECC Ordinance including Amendments and Marshall Fire Opt Out
- Fact Sheet on Town of Superior Amendments to the 2021 IECC
2018 International Existing Building Code
2018 International Private Sewage Disposal Code
2018 International Property Maintenance Code
2020 National Electric Code

For access to the codes above, please visit this website.

Building Guides

Energy Efficiency

The Town of Superior has adopted regulations for energy efficiency for residential construction following standards determined by RESNET. Specific HERS score requirements are defined in the Superior Municipal Code.

Reinforced Windows and Sashes

The Town of Superior defines reinforced windows and sashes as those having a frame made of materials designed to have greater strength than a standard frame and sash.

This condition can be satisfied by being of a design incorporating additional strengthening features, by incorporating additional components in the frame and sash, or by providing a listing from the manufacturer as “reinforced.”

The reinforced window designation shall be approved by the Building Official prior to acceptance for construction.

ADUs (Accessory Dwelling Units)

ADUs are permitted as accessory structures to single-family and two-family dwelling units in the R-L, Low Density Residential District, and the R-M, Medium Density Residential District. See links below for details.

Fence Information

Fence Requirements per Superior Municipal Code

Reminders

Effective March 28, 2022, the Town adopted an Ordinance to provide rebates for plan check and permit fees and waive Town use taxes for homeowners rebuilding their homes due to the Marshall Fire.
Furnace combustion air must be provided in a mechanical room.
Garage ceilings with living space above shall have 5/8 x drywall
The minimum horizontal projection and width of a window well shall be 36”
C-exposure if in wide open area
40 lbs per sq. ft. live deck load
Wind speed 154 mph vult
Frost Depth is 3 feet; caissons must be 36" deep
Insulation R-25 for walls, R-60 for ceilings with attic above
Concrete 2500-3000 PSI depending on the application
Windows - Maximum U-Factor is 0.30