Codes Update

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* 1. What would be your FIRST CHOICE to learn about in the new codes

• Adapting Stucco & Stone Assemblies to Changing Codes
one of the critical changes that building professionals will need to consider involves stucco
and stone wall assemblies. During the UCC code adoption process, provisions impacting stucco
and stone were adopted based on language out of the 2021 International Residential Code. This
session will dive into the changes that will have a significant impact on the design and installation
of exterior plaster assemblies.

• Adapting to Tighter Enclosures through Scopes of Work
One of the core aspects of any high-performance building is the ability to control air infiltration through the building enclosure. As the PA UCC
updates to the 2018 ICC codes, the main airtightness requirement will shift from a blower door result of 5 ACH50 down to 3 ACH50. What will it
take for the residential construction industry to adapt to this change? This session will focus on the execution and installation of air sealing details
around the building enclosure. Often, the keys to success involve properly designed details and material specifications, thus utilizing a well-crafted
air sealing scope of work for subcontractors.

• 2021 PA Alternative Residential Energy Provisions Update
The PA UCC RAC completed the review of the 2018 ICC codes on April 29, 2021. The code provisions that were adopted during this process will
take effect in the first quarter of 2022. These changes trigger an update of the PA Alternative Residential Energy Provisions (PA Alt). The PA Alt was
developed with the intent of being: simpler to build and easier to enforce; more rational and flexible; focused on Pennsylvania in terms of climatic
and other conditions; and, equivalent to the provisions of the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) in terms of energy efficiency. This
session will dig into the updated version of this standard.

Codes Update

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* 1. What would be your FIRST CHOICE to learn about in the new codes

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* 2. What would be your SECOND CHOICE to learn about in the new codes