code-referenced standards
code-referenced standards
(OP)
As those of us in California approach the adoption of a new CA Building Code, I am wondering what, if any, are newly referenced standards. As we all know, instead of specific requirements being reprinted in the building codes (UBC, IBC, CBC, etc.), the last several years have seen references used to specify even the most basic information (e.g. - design loads via ASCE 7). In my attempts to get prepared, I was wondering if anyone has a list of all of the new items I'll need to acquire (in addition to the code itself). (Doesn't the code just seem like a shopping list now?)
Another consideration is from a legal standpoint. There are some websites that make pdf files of legally adopted building codes (such as the CBC) freely available. The argument being that a law must be made available (at no cost) to citizens who are expected to follow that law. (For example, you shouldn't be able to get a traffic ticket if you don't have free access to the Vehicle Code!) But, how does this argument carry over to referenced standards? If anyone knows where to get (pdf) copies of various referenced publications (such as ASCE 7-10 once it becomes part of a legally adopted code), please let the rest of us know.
Another consideration is from a legal standpoint. There are some websites that make pdf files of legally adopted building codes (such as the CBC) freely available. The argument being that a law must be made available (at no cost) to citizens who are expected to follow that law. (For example, you shouldn't be able to get a traffic ticket if you don't have free access to the Vehicle Code!) But, how does this argument carry over to referenced standards? If anyone knows where to get (pdf) copies of various referenced publications (such as ASCE 7-10 once it becomes part of a legally adopted code), please let the rest of us know.
RE: code-referenced standards
RE: code-referenced standards
* ASCE 5-08, ACI 530-08, TMS 402-08
* ASCE 6-08, ACI 530.1-08, TMS 602-08
* ACI 318-08
* SDPWS-08
* AISI S100-07, ASCE 8-02
* DOC PS-1-07
* DOC PS-2-04
* DOC PS-20-05
* PTI-2007
* SJI CJ-1.0-06
Do not take this list to be complete - this is just what I have compiled as the references that are relevant for my typical use.
Finally, I should say that I do not object to purchasing certain codes or references that I use on a day-to-day basis for my own convenience. However, the issue of having codes and references publicly available is not simply an attempt to circumvent copyright law but more an assertion of the rights of citizens to due process. The dollar amount is irrelevant...is it ok for a jurisdiction to charge $1.00 for the vehicle code?...how about $10.00?...what is the cut-off limit? Also, I'm not saying that the codes must be available online - access to the codes at a building department or a public library would suffice.
RE: code-referenced standards