Frederick Ward Associates Provides Support For New Building Code Permits

Thursday, October 14th, 2010

Harford County Department of Inspections, Licenses & Permits (DILP) will be enforcing the Maryland Building Performance Standards COMAR 05.02.07. These new building codes (2009 International Building Code, 2009 International Residential Code and the 2009 International Energy Conservation Code as adopted by Maryland Building Performance Standards (MPBS) with no local amendments) were effective July 1, 2010.

In addition to the updates in regards to the various building codes, that took place on July 1, 2010, the 2009 International Existing Building Code will now replace the Maryland Rehabilitation Code, which was previously used for compliance of existing structures being renovated.

It should also be noted that when a commercial building permit application is submitted, it must now include signed and sealed architectural, structural and mechanical drawings.  Plumbing and electrical permits will remain as separate permit reviews until further notice. In the event that a pre-engineering building will be utilized, signed and sealed structural drawings from the manufacturer must be included within the permit set along with signed and sealed foundation design documents.

As part of our standard architectural services, Frederick Ward Associates includes permit submission, tracking and retrieval (with the owner’s permission).  FWA’s Architectural Department employs an IBC Certified Inspector for both Commercial and Residential projects.  Frederick Ward Associates can provide full service permitting services for all municipalities within the State of Maryland and beyond.

TJasinski   Frederick Ward
Frederick Ward Associates
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