Louisiana Administrative Code Title 17 - CONSTRUCTION
Here’s an outline of Louisiana Administrative Code, Title 17 – CONSTRUCTION, focusing on Part I: Uniform Construction Code (the core content currently available online):
📘 Overview of Title 17 – Construction
Part I. Uniform Construction Code
This part comprises Chapter 1, which covers Sections I‑101 through I‑117, detailing the state's adoption and modifications of national building codes(doa.la.gov).
Key Sections
| Section | Code Adopted + Summary |
|---|---|
| I‑101 | Declares adoption of the 2021 International Building Code (IBC) with state-specific amendments(lsuccc.dps.louisiana.gov). |
| I‑103 | Specifies Chapter 103 details and amendments for Hawaii-specific provisions (e.g., mini-storage, fire separation). |
| I‑105 | Adopts 2021 International Existing Building Code (IEBC) with targeted repeals relating to classroom acoustics. |
| I‑107 | Incorporates the 2021 International Residential Code (IRC); includes provisions for ADUs, tiny houses, and lead‑free plumbing. |
| I‑109 | Adopts the 2021 International Mechanical Code (IMC) with refrigerant and equipment amendments. |
| I‑111 | Adopts the 2021 International Plumbing Code, with modifications such as water service connections. |
| I‑113 | Adopts the 2021 International Fuel Gas Code, including CSST bonding amendments. |
| I‑115 | Adopts the 2020 National Electrical Code (NEC) with GFCI and standby generator amendments. |
| I‑117 | Adopts the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) with regional climate adjustments. |
Additional Information
The effective version is current through its March 2024 publication date.
These rules are updated quarterly; the March 2024 edition is the latest one confirmed.
Chapters beyond Chapter 1 (e.g. Chapter 3: Preliminary Provisions) exist but are not included in this summary(regulations.justia.com).
✅ Summary
Title 17 primarily serves to incorporate the 2021 editions of the International Building, Residential, Mechanical, Plumbing, Fuel Gas, and Energy Conservation Codes, along with the 2020 NEC, into Louisiana law. It also addresses special structures (tiny homes, ADUs), lead‑free plumbing, mechanical and electrical updates, and climate-specific energy adjustments—all tailored to Louisiana’s needs and updated through March 2024.
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