building code
[ˈbɪldɪŋ koʊd]
nounpl: building codes
código de construção
1. A set of rules and standards established by local government authorities that specify the minimum requirements for the design, construction, and safety of buildings
The new building code requires all residential structures to have improved fire safety features.
O novo código de construção exige que todas as estruturas residenciais tenham recursos aprimorados de segurança contra incêndios.
2. Legal regulations that govern structural integrity, electrical systems, plumbing, ventilation, and accessibility in construction projects
Architects must comply with the international building code when designing commercial buildings.
Os arquitetos devem cumprir o código internacional de construção ao projetar edifícios comerciais.
3. Standards that ensure public health, safety, and general welfare in the built environment
The inspector reviewed the plans to ensure they met all building codes.
O inspetor revisou os planos para garantir que atendessem a todos os códigos de construção.
Building codes are critical regulatory frameworks in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazil, they are enforced at municipal and state levels, with ABNT (Associação Brasileira de Normas Técnicas) playing a key role in standardization. In the USA, the International Building Code (IBC) serves as a model, though local jurisdictions often adopt and modify it. Non-compliance can result in significant fines, construction delays, or legal action.
Related Idioms & Phrases
comply with building codes
violate building codes
meet building code requirements
building code inspection
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