Updated : 04/22/2024

Overview

Blue Grass, IA has adopted the 2015 International Codes including the 2015 IRC and IBC. Blue Grass, IA Muni. Code § 15.04.010 (select 2017 08 28 Blue Grass Municipal Code and go to page 343 for adoption).

 

Helpful resources for Blue Grass, Iowa include the following.

• Jurisdiction's Information Page(s):
  • Blue Grass, IA Municipal Code
• PLRB, Ordinance and Law Coverage Discussion for Iowa

Residential Building Code

Iowa adopted a model state residential code but it is not in force unless adopted locally.See PLRB, Iowa Building Codes for more information on state level codes.

Blue Grass adopted the 2015 IRC, locally. Note that adoptions usually come with amendments. So, it is important to review those amendments in addition to the unamended model code.

You can find a copy of the model code here.

You can find information about the adoption without amendment to the model code here.

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Drip Edge

Drip Edge: yes

Ice Barrier

Are ice barriers required for Blue Grass ? Yes
Comments:

While no formal online code was located regarding ice barriers, Jim Meyrer, Builing Commissioner of Blue Grass, IA has confirmed they are required. (Per email 5/31/19.)

Government Officials

Comments

To find IRC code (select 2017 08 28 Blue Grass Municipal Code and go to page 343 for adoption).

Commercial Building Code

Blue Grass adopted the 2015 IBC, locally. Note that adoptions usually come with amendments. So, it is important to review those amendments in addition to the unamended model code.

You can find a copy of the code here.You can find information about the adoption without amendment to the model code here.

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Comments

To find IBC code (select 2017 08 28 Blue Grass Municipal Code and go to page 343 for adoption).

Existing Buildings

Blue Grass, IA did not adopt the IEBC, therefore Chapter 34 of the IBC would. apply.

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