The International Residential Code® brings uniformity to construction of one- and two-family dwellings and townhouses up to here stories high. Forty-three chapters cover:

• Building planning
• Foundations
• Floors
• Wall covering
• Roof assemblies
• Chimneys and fireplaces
• Energy efficiency
• Mechanical system requirements
• Boilers and water heaters
• Fuel gas
• Plumbing
• Electrical requirements

The International Residential Code® is part of the 14-Volume 2003 International Codes® published by the International Code Council (ICC) and distributed by ASTM