Ind. Code ch. 22-12-2.5

in effect

Ind. Code § 22-12-2.5-1 "Building code"

Note: This version of section effective until 7-1-2027. See also following repeal of this chapter, effective 7-1-2027. Sec. 1. As used in this chapter, "building code" includes the standards relating to a building code. As added by P.L.155-2023, SEC.6.

Ind. Code § 22-12-2.5-2 Rules; effective date

Note: This version of section effective until 7-1-2027. See also following repeal of this chapter, effective 7-1-2027. Sec. 2. Rules adopted under IC 4-22-2 relating to building codes may not take effect earlier than one hundred eighty (180) days after the final rule is filed with the publisher unless required by law or to maintain compliance with a federal program. As added by P.L.155-2023, SEC.6.

Ind. Code § 22-12-2.5-3 Commission's review of building codes

Note: This version of section effective until 7-1-2027. See also following repeal of this chapter, effective 7-1-2027. Sec. 3. The commission shall decide which building codes shall be reviewed each calendar year, focusing on the oldest building codes for review. Except as permitted under section 4(b) of this chapter, the commission may not adopt a final rule under IC 4-22-2-29 for more than three (3) building codes during any twelve (12) month period. As added by P.L.155-2023, SEC.6. Amended by P.L.238-2025, SEC.63.

Ind. Code § 22-12-2.5-4 Commission's review of building codes; new editions; amendments

Note: This version of section effective until 7-1-2027. See also following repeal of this chapter, effective 7-1-2027. Sec. 4. (a) The commission may not review and update a building code to a new edition earlier than five (5) years after the building code's effective date. (b) Notwithstanding subsection (a), the commission may consider an amendment to a building code not under consideration during the current year in any the following circumstances: (1) The amendment resolves a conflict with another building code. (2) The amendment addresses an emergency or some other exigent circumstance. (3) A county, city, or town submits a proposed amendment to the commission under IC 22-13-2-5.6. As added by P.L.155-2023, SEC.6.

Ind. Code § 22-12-2.5-5 Ordinances concerning construction and remodeling

Note: This version of section effective until 7-1-2027. See also following repeal of this chapter, effective 7-1-2027. Sec. 5. (a) This section does not apply to either of the following adopted by a unit: (1) The unit's architectural design standards. (2) The unit's zoning ordinances. (b) A unit (as defined in IC 36-1-2-23) may not adopt an ordinance concerning construction and remodeling that: (1) conflicts with this chapter or a code adopted under this chapter; or (2) includes more stringent or detailed requirements than those set forth in this chapter or a code adopted under this chapter. If a building code or standard within the jurisdiction of the commission is silent on equipment or a regulation, a unit may petition the commission for consideration and a determination. As added by P.L.155-2023, SEC.6.

Source: Open US Law by Vaquill AI (CC BY 4.0)URL: https://iga.in.gov/laws/2026/ic/titles/22Fetched: 10/17/2026