Additionally, the codes below have also been adopted for Charles County and the Towns of La Plata and Indian Head as of June 28, 2024:

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• 2021 International Building Code

• 2021 International Residential Code

• 2021 International Existing Building Code

• 2021 International Mechanical Code

• 2021 International Fuel Gas Code

• 2021 International Plumbing Code

• 2021 Energy Conservation Code

• 2021 International Property Maintenance Code

• 2021 International Swimming Pool & Spa Code

• 2021 International Fire Code, Chapters 12, 32, and Section 312.

• 2020 National Electrical Code

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• 2018 NFPA 101, Life Safety Code

• 2018 NFPA 1, Fire Code

• 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design – U.S. Department of Justice

• Maryland Accessibility Code Guidelines for Buildings and Facilities, COMAR 09.12.53

• Maryland State Fire Prevention Code, COMAR 29.06.01