Building Codes

CODES ADOPTED BY THE TOWN OF WINSLOW
Current NFPA 101 life safety code

MUBEC as adopted by the state of Maine:

  • 2015 International Energy Conservation Code
  • Current National Electric Code
  • Maine State Plumbing Code

IBC Base Climate Information

  • Wind Load form IBC - 90 MPH with 3 second sustained gust.
  • Snow Load - 63 lbs. per sq. ft. (base figure, go to IBC for calcs specific to building use and roof slope)
  • Ground Snow Load- 90 lbs.
  • Wind Exposure (B)
  • Hurricane Coast? No 80 mile hour zone.
  • Frost Depth- 5 feet
  • No special seismic considerations