Below you can find links to Modular Home Building Codes and Building Authorities for the state of Iowa.
Additional Resources
Iowa has adopted a new state building code, referencing the 2009 International Building Code. The new code became effective on January 1, 2010.
Iowa's codes below apply only to state-owned buildings and in areas that adopt the State Modular Homes Building Codes, unless otherwise indicated.
Iowa Modular Homes Building Codes
| Code Type |
Code Model |
Amendment Contact |
| Building/Dwelling Code |
IBC 2009 and IRC 2009 |
Building Code Bureau, (515) 725-6145 and Online [Iowa Administrative Code (661 IAC)] |
| Structural Code |
IBC 2009 |
Building Code Bureau, (515) 725-6145 and Online [Iowa Administrative Code (661 IAC)] |
| Plumbing Code |
Iowa State Plumbing Code (Rule 641, Ch. 25)(2009 Uniform Plumbing Code) |
Building Code Bureau, (515) 725-6145 and Online |
| Mechanical Code |
IMC 2009 |
Building Code Bureau, (515) 725-6145 and Online [Iowa Administrative Code (661 IAC)] |
| Electrical Code |
NEC 2008 |
Building Code Bureau, (515) 725-6145 and Online [Iowa Administrative Code (661 IAC)] |
| Fire/Life Safety Code |
IFC 2009, IBC 2009, Chapters 2-7, Sect. 804 & 805 |
Building Code Bureau, (515) 725-6145 and Online [Iowa Administrative Code (661 IAC)] |
| Accessibility Code |
Iowa Code Rules 661-302.1 through 302.11 (103A, 104A)(based on ADAAG) |
Building Code Bureau, (515) 725-6145 and Online [Chapter 302, Iowa Administrative Code (661 IAC)] |
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| Energy Code |
International Energy Conservation Code 2009 |
Building Code Bureau, (515) 725-6145 and Online [Iowa Administrative Code (661 IAC)] |
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Iowa Building Authorities (BA)
Building Authorities are those government officials who are the final authority on questions in a particular area (or jurisdiction).
| Functional Area |
Contact |
| Structural |
State Building Code Bureau
Phone: (515) 725-6145 | | Plumbing |
State Building Code Bureau
Phone: (515) 725-6145 | | Mechanical |
State Building Code Bureau
Phone: (515) 725-6145 | | Electrical |
State Building Code Bureau
Phone: (515) 725-6145 | | Accessibility |
State Building Code Bureau
Phone: (515) 725-6145 | | Building Inspector |
Building Code Commissioner
Phone: (515) 725-6145 | | Plan Review |
State Building Code Bureau
Phone: (515) 725-6145 | | Historic Preservation |
Preservation Consultant
Phone: (515) 242-6152 | | Energy |
Energy Bureau, Iowa Dept. of Natural Resources
Phone: (515) 281-5918 | | Environmental |
Bureau Chief, Environmental Services, Iowa Dept. o
Phone: (712) 260-1728
Fax: (515) 281-6794 | | Health Department |
Iowa Dept. of Public Health
Phone: (515) 281-5604 | | Fire Marshal |
Iowa State Fire Marshal Division
Phone: (515) 725-6145 | | Forestry/Parks |
Forestry Division, Iowa Dept. of Natural Resources
Phone: (515) 281-5918 | | Transportation |
Iowa Department of Transportation
Phone: (515) 239-1101 | | Boiler Inspector |
Chief Boiler Inspector
Phone: (515) 281-8064 | | Elevator Inspector |
Manager-Elevator, Boiler & Amusement Rides
Phone: (515) 281-3647 |
Iowa Municipalities
Modular Home Building Codes are also available for the following municipalities within Iowa:
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Iowa Modular Homes Building Codes
