Codes are used by architects, contractors, builders and materials manufacturers to ensure safety, economy and consistency of construction. You, as a homeowner or business owner, have a substantial investment which can be seriously jeopardized through code violations. Codes protect the public's health, safety and welfare. Building Codes provide protection by reducing potential hazards to building occupants. Codes keep construction costs down.
Codes provide uniformity in the construction industry.
Larger scale allows cost savings which are ultimately passed on to the consumer. Codes provide consistent standards in construction. Codes establish predictable and consistent minimum standards which are applied to the quality and durability of construction materials Codes contribute to the well-being of a community. The preservation of life and safety as well as the maintenance of property values over time are a direct result of the application and enforcement of Building Codes. Top of Page The Historical Background and Uses of Codes.