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Minnesota's Special Requirements
Effective date for this code: July 10, 2007
What does it cover?
This short chapter of the state building code is mostly made up of
provisions that were established by the legislature to address very specific
conditions. It also contains a few requirements that were drafted by the
division because they are not addressed in the model codes or because they
are unique to Minnesota. Examples of the subjects regulated include garage
door opening system safety devices, bleacher safety, footing depth for frost
protection, restroom parity in public accommodations and others.
Where does it apply?
The Minnesota State Building Code is the standard for construction
statewide, however, the code is enforced
by
certain cities and townships (PDF). The only exception is the
section on
bleacher safety. In this case, the provisions apply statewide.
Who enforces it?
Local building officials and their inspectors enforce this chapter of the code in those jurisdictions that administer the State Building Code.
Who can help me with a question?
You can contact your local
building official, one of their inspectors, the
Building Codes and
Standards at the Department of Labor and Industry.
Where can I get a copy?
You can directly access chapter 1303 of the State Building Code by clicking
on Chapter 1303 in
parts or
Entire Chapter 1303 . You can review this chapter of the code
at the office of your local
building official, the
Building Codes and
Standards at the Department of Labor and Industry, and many local
libraries. You can purchase chapter 1303 as part of the State Building Code
from
Minnesota's Bookstore.
Where can I learn more about it?
Information about and training in various subjects of the State Building
Code may be offered by various agencies and organizations. For information
about the code or notice of any current training opportunities, contact the
Builders Association of Minnesota (BAM),
American Institute of Architects
(AIA Minnesota) or
Building Codes and Standards at the Department of Labor and Industry.
What if I don't agree with my code
official?
You should first make sure you understand what the code says about the
subject and how your local
building official or their inspector is interpreting the applicable code
section(s). To assist you with this, you may want to research the background
of the provision(s) through your building official, staff from the
Building Codes and
Standards Division at the Department of Labor and Industry. If you
still disagree, you may be able to appeal the local building official's
final decision to that municipality's board of appeals. This is a group of
individuals that will meet, discuss, and vote on the matter. If that
municipality does not have a board of appeals, you can submit a request to
be heard by the State
Appeals Board. |
