Residential Building Code of New York
Agenda
Registration: 8:00 – 8:30 am
Morning Session: 8:30 am – 12:00 pm
Lunch (On your own): 12:00 – 1:00 pm
Afternoon Session: 1:00 – 5:00 pm
Development and Enforcement of International Residential Code
and the Residential Building Code of New York
International Residential Code (IRC) adoption and enforcement in New York
Existing Code
Recent and anticipated Code amendments
Future of the Code
Building Planning and Shell Construction
Definitions
Alternative provisions and design criteria
Wind effects and protection of openings
Seismic provisions Story height and live loads
Snow loads Fire-resistant construction and exterior walls
Dwelling unit separations and garage separation
Ceiling heights Glazing
Garages and carports Ingress, egress and stairways
Fire and carbon monoxide safety and detection
Foam plastic Wood and wood-based products
Accessibility Floods, storms and drainage
Soils and foundations Framing and fastening
Walls and wall covering Roof/ceiling construction
Roof assemblies Fireplaces and chimneys
Energy Efficiency
Compliance Building thermal envelope
Climate classifications Permanent energy certificate
Insulation and fenestration
Building systems Lighting
Mechanical, Fuel, Plumbing and Electrical Systems
Appliance installation and exhaust systems
Ventilation Hydronic systems
Fuel gas systems and appliances
Plumbing fixtures Drains
Backflow preventers, venting, sumps and ejectors
Fire sprinkler systems Electrical system grounding
Intersystem bonding termination
Overcurrent devices Electrical outlets
Luminaires Pools, spas and hot tubs
Credits
Architects
7.0 HSW Continuing Ed. Hours
7.0 AIA HSW Learning Units
Professional Engineers
7.0 Continuing Ed. Hours
International Code Council
.7 CEUs (Building)
Contractors
Non-Credit Continuing Ed.
Continuing Education Credit Information
This seminar is open to the public and offers up to 7.0 HSW continuing education hours to architects and 7.0 continuing education hours to professional engineers in New York.
HalfMoon Education is deemed a New York-approved continuing education provider for architects via its affiliation with the American Institute of Architects. HalfMoon Education is an approved continuing education provider for New York engineers (NYSED Sponsor No. 35).
This event is approved by the American Institute of Architects for 7.0 HSW Learning Units (Sponsor No. J885). Only full attendance can be reported to the AIA/CES.
Architects and engineers seeking continuing education credit in other states will be able to claim the hours earned at this seminar, in most cases. Refer to specific states rules to determine eligibility.
The International Code Council has approved this event for .7 CEUs in the specialty area of Building.
This event offers a non-credit continuing education opportunity to construction contractors. It has not been approved by any state with a continuing education requirement for contractors.
Attendance will be monitored, and attendance certificates will be available after the seminar for most individuals who complete the entire event. Attendance certificates not available at the seminar will be mailed to participants within fifteen business days.
Speakers
Arthur “Art” Pakatar, LEED Green Associate, CEA, HERS Rater, PHIUS Verifier
Principal, The Pakatar Group, in Troy, NYWith over 20 years of industry experience, Mr. Pakatar specializes in home performance, energy efficiency, and construction-related training and consulting. Mr. Pakatar holds professional certifications from the International Code Council (ICC), the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE), the Building Performance Institute (BPI), the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), PHIUS and RESNET. He is a certified Code Enforcement Officer in New York State and holds ICC credentials as an Energy Code Inspector and Plans Examiner. Throughout his career, Mr. Pakatar has played an active role in the development and implementation of building codes, contributing to the creation of policies and protocols that support energy efficiency and code compliance. Over the past two decades, he has designed and delivered training programs for code officials, design professionals, and construction industry stakeholders across the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, and nationwide. Recognized as a subject matter expert, Mr. Pakatar continues to support the evolution of codes and standards through education, technical assistance, and policy engagement.
