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Historical Building Codes

Historical Building Codes

(OP)
I am looking for a copy of the 1987 BOCA National Building Code. Most specifically, I am looking for the "Structural Loads" chapter of the code. Does anybody know where I might be able to obtain a copy of this?

Best regards,
Tony

RE: Historical Building Codes

Nice site...
I found the 1952 UBC there that I need next month.
Best wishes and many pink stars to you in the new year.

RE: Historical Building Codes

(OP)
msquared48,

The website you recommend indicates that it is free to use, yet they want a credit card on file to authorize use of the site. That doesn't sense to me, especially in this modern era of digital theft.

RE: Historical Building Codes

True, but they do provide a contact number for questions.

Questions? Comments?
Give us a call at 1-877-717-3330


If you are concerned about the site, give them a call before registering... You could also call the BBB too to see if there are any complaints.

Mike McCann
MMC Engineering

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(OP)
Mike McCann,

I did and get the "All circuits are busy right now" message. I googled them and saw a few bad reviews from users being charged after reading that they won't be charged. I think it's too risky to use if they want your credit card. At least I am not going to give them my credit card. Thanks anyway.

Best regards,
Tony

RE: Historical Building Codes

Thanks for the heads-up.

Mike McCann
MMC Engineering

RE: Historical Building Codes

I have access to a 1990 copy, not sure if that helps.

RE: Historical Building Codes

(OP)
mijowe,

Unfortunately, no. I need the 1987 version. Thanks for your offer.

RE: Historical Building Codes

(OP)
Thanks again Mike. Unfortunately, I tried that already. There are no copies available new or used on Amazon. I checked ebay as well.

RE: Historical Building Codes

I wonder if JAE has a copy?

Mike McCann
MMC Engineering

RE: Historical Building Codes

Ive come across this site before and also have given it the big flick.

How ridiculous asking for a credit card number when they claim its a free site.

Wouldn't use it even if it turns out to be a legit site.

RE: Historical Building Codes

Ok, I'm convinced, I'll find my 1952 UBC elsewhere.... Thx for the research and heads up!

RE: Historical Building Codes

I have it in my office at home in the boneyard bookshelf of old codes. Let me know if no other option arises.

RE: Historical Building Codes

(OP)
jimzpe,
Please let me know if you are interested in selling it or at least a copy of the chapter on "Structural Loads".

RE: Historical Building Codes

Wasn't it at the iccsafe link above?

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ajpapa, send along your email. see what I can do.

RE: Historical Building Codes

ajpapa - Looked in my office at home and the 87 Edition is missing. Have most of the others but when looking, have the 1984 and 1990 Editions with nothing in between them. I'll look in some other spots.

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(OP)
jimzpe,

Bummer. If you find it, I can be reached at 860.522.3970. Ask for Tony.

RE: Historical Building Codes

I looked at the icc site mentioned above and it seems to be there, although I didn't download it.

RE: Historical Building Codes

(OP)
Thanks to all who responded to my inquiry about this older BOCA code. I did get a call from an eng-tips user who was thoughtful enough to share a copy of the code section we were searching for. Thank you John.

Happy New Year to all,
Tony

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