Minnesota Residential Code
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Description
The 2020 MN residential code is based on the 2018 International Residential Code IRC. The intent of this code is to provide a stand-alone code for 1 and 2 family dwellings as well as townhouses in a format that’s easily navigated.
This one-day webinar will detail the nuances of the residential code and appropriate application of the document.
Topics included, but are not limited to:
- MN code history
- Future code adoption timeline
- Selected topics from chapter 1 administration unique to MN
- Definitions
- Structural design parameters
- Fire and life safety details
- Soils
- Footing and foundations
- Wall and framing design
- Roof framing and roof coverings
Topics will utilize code language and will be supported by illustrations, details, and practical examples to achieve a sound knowledge and application of the residential code
This webinar will benefit:
Building Officials
Building Inspectors
Plan Examiners
Architects
Designers
Agenda
Webinar instructions will be emailed before the date of the webinar.
Please log into the webinar 15 – 30 minutes before start time.
Friday, April 14, 2023 | 8:30 am – 5:00 pm CDT (including a 60-min. break)
Development and Enforcement of International Residential Code in Minnesota
- History of the International Residential Code
- Adoption and enforcement of Code in Minnesota jurisdictions
- Recent and anticipated code amendments
- Future of the code
Chapter 2 – Definitions
Building Planning and Shell Construction (Chapters 2-10)
- Chapter 3 – Design Loads
- Fire-resistant construction
- Fire separation exterior walls
- Townhouse
- 2 Family Dwelling unit separations
- Garage /dwelling unit separation
- Firestopping
- Draftstopping
- Light ventilation heating
- Ceiling heights
- Glazing
- Garages and carports
- Egress windows
- Egress doors and stairways
- Guards and handrails
- Fire and carbon monoxide safety and detection
- Foam plastic
- Solar
- Mezzanines
- Habitable attics
Chapter 4 – Foundations
- Soils and drainage
- Footing size
- Foundation size
- Foundation drainage
Chapter 5 – Floors
Chapter 6 – Wall Construction
Chapter 7 – Wall Covering
Chapters 8 & 9 – Roof Ceiling Construction and Roofing
Chapter 11 – Energy Efficiency
Recap Q &A
Webinar Instructions
All attendees must log-on through their own email – attendees may not watch together if they wish to earn continuing education credit. HalfMoon Education Inc. must be able to prove attendance if either the attendee or HalfMoon Education Inc. is audited.
Certificates of completion can be downloaded in PDF form upon passing a short quiz. A link to the quiz will be sent to each qualifying attendee immediately after the webinar. The certificate can be downloaded from the Results page of the quiz upon scoring 80% or higher.
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Credits
Engineers
7.0 PDHs
Architects
7.0 HSW CE Hours
AIA
7.0 LU|HSWs
International Code Council
Pending
Continuing Education Credit Information
This webinar is open to the public and is designed to qualify for 7.0 PDHs for professional engineers and 7.0 HSW continuing education hours for licensed architects in Minnesota.
The American Institute of Architects Continuing Education System has approved this course for 7.0 HSW LUs (Sponsor No. J885). Only full participation is reportable to the AIA/CES.
The International Code Council has approved HalfMoon Education as a Preferred Provider of continuing education (No. 1232). Course approval is pending in the specialty area of Building.
Visit this course listing at www.halfmoonseminars.org for updates on pending credits. Completion certificates will be awarded to participants who complete this event and earn a passing score (80%) on the quiz that follows the presentation (multiple attempts allowed).
On-Demand Credits
The preceding credit information only applies to the live presentation. This course in an on-demand format may not be eligible for the same credits as the live presentation; please consult your licensing board(s) to ensure that a structured, asynchronous learning format is appropriate. The following pre-approvals may be available for the on-demand format upon request:
7.0 HSW LUs (AIA)
Speakers
Greg Karow, C.B.O.
Certified Building Official CEO of Code Educational Opportunities
Mr. Karow is the CEO of Code Educational Opportunities providing education based on current building codes. He also provides service as a building code specialist for design professionals and stakeholders in the industry. Mr. Karow has an extensive background in developing and presenting various types of building code and related seminars. Previous career paths included staff instructor with the International Code Council and with the State of Minnesota Codes and Standards Division. He has instructed in a Building Inspection Technology program at a local community college. Mr. Karow is a certified building official in Minnesota and holds ICC certifications as a Certified Building Official, ICC Plans Examiner, ICC Building Inspector and ICC Building Code Specialist.
AIA Info
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This learning program is registered with AIA/CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product.
AIA continuing education credit has been submitted and is pending. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA/CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request.
Course Title: Minnesota Residential Code
Delivery Method: Live Online
Course Description: This 7-hour course provides design professionals with an in-depth analysis of the Minnesota Residential Code. The course begins with a discussion on the history and development of the International Residential Code and how it has been adoption, amended and enforced by jurisdictions in Minnesota. The main focus of the course are chapters 2-11 of the code. Each chapter will be analyzed and code compliance techniques will be explained.
Learning Objectives:
Learning Objective 1: Learners will be able to discuss the history and development of the International Residential Code, the adoption and enforcement of the code in Minnesota jurisdictions, recent and anticipated code amendments, and the future of the code.
Learning Objective 2: Learners will be able to comply with chapter 3 of the Minnesota Residential Code, including provisions related to fire-resistant construction, unit separation, firestopping and means of egress.
Learning Objective 3: Learners will be able to comply with chapter 4 of the Minnesota Residential Code, including provisions related to soils and drainage, footing size, foundation size, and foundation drainage.
Learning Objective 4: Learners will be able to explore and reference chapters 5-11 of the Minnesota Residential Code: floors, wall construction, wall covering, roof-ceiling construction, roof assemblies, and energy efficiency.
LUs: 7.0 LU Type: LU|HSWs.
Prerequisites: Familiarity with code compliance concepts
Advance Preparation: None
Program Level: Intermediate
Course Expiration Date: 02/16/2026
Complaint Resolution Policy:
Complaints regarding this course can be emailed to fchapman@halfmoonseminars.org or by calling (715) 835-5900. A HalfMoon Education representative will respond within 72 hours to resolve the complaint, which will include, but not limited to, access to another CE activity at no or reduced cost or a full or partial refund. Each instance will be resolved on a case-by-case situation.