Residential Code

This is a read-only version of the 2021 Seattle Residential Code. You can buy a full pdf version from iccsafe.org. Print copies are available for sale through the Seattle Services Portal. See our pricelist and our ordering instructions.

The 2021 Seattle Residential Code contains substantial copyrighted material from the 2021 International Residential Code which is proprietary to and copyrighted by International Code Council, Inc. The licensed material is copyrighted by the International Code Council, Inc., has been obtained and reproduced with permission. The acronym “ICC” and the ICC logo are trademarks and service marks of ICC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

• Introduction
• Table of Contents
• Chapter 1, Administration
• Chapter 2, Definitions
• Chapter 3, Building Planning
• Chapter 4, Foundations
• Chapter 5, Floors
• Chapter 6, Wall Construction
• Chapter 7, Wall Covering
• Chapter 8, Roof-Ceiling Construction
• Chapter 9, Roof Assemblies
• Chapter 10, Chimneys and Fireplaces
• Chapter 11, Energy Efficiency
• Chapter 12, Mechanical Administration
• Chapter 13, General Mechanical System Requirements
• Chapter 14, Heating and Cooling Equipment and Appliances
• Chapter 15, Exhaust Systems
• Chapter 16, Duct Systems
• Chapter 17, Combustion Air
• Chapter 18, Chimneys and Vents
• Chapter 19, Special Appliances, Equipment and Systems
• Chapter 20, Boilers and Water Heaters
• Chapter 21, Hydronic Piping
• Chapter 22, Special Piping and Storage Systems
• Chapter 23, Solar Thermal Energy Systems
• Chapter 24, Fuel Gas
• Chapters 25 - 28, Plumbing
• Chapter 29, Water Supply and Distribution
• Chapters 30 - 43
• Chapter 44, Existing Buildings and Structures
• Chapter 45, Referenced Standards
• Appendix AA - AE
• Appendix AF, Radon Control Methods
• Appendix AG - AP
• Appendix AQ, Tiny Houses
• Appendix AR - AS
• Appendix AT, Solar-Ready Provisions - Detached One- and Two-Family Dwellings and Townhouses
• Appendix AU-AX
• Index

This is a read-only version of the 2018 Seattle Residential Code. You can buy a full pdf version from iccsafe.org. Print copies are available for sale through the Seattle Services Portal. See our pricelist and our ordering instructions.

The 2018 Seattle Residential Code contains substantial copyrighted material from the 2018 International Residential Code which is proprietary to and copyrighted by International Code Council, Inc. The licensed material is copyrighted by the International Code Council, Inc., has been obtained and reproduced with permission. The acronym “ICC” and the ICC logo are trademarks and service marks of ICC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

• Introduction
• Table of Contents
• Chapter 1, Administration
• Chapter 2, Definitions
• Chapter 3, Building Planning
• Chapter 4, Foundations
• Chapter 5, Floors
• Chapter 6, Wall Construction
• Chapter 7, Wall Covering
• Chapter 8, Roof-Ceiling Construction
• Chapter 9, Roof Assemblies
• Chapter 10, Chimneys and Fireplaces
• Chapter 11, Energy Efficiency
• Chapter 12, Mechanical Administration
• Chapter 13, General Mechanical System Requirements
• Chapter 14, Heating and Cooling Equipment and Appliances
• Chapter 15, Exhaust Systems
• Chapter 16, Duct Systems
• Chapter 17, Combustion Air
• Chapter 18, Chimneys and Vents
• Chapter 19, Special Appliances, Equipment and Systems
• Chapter 20, Boilers and Water Heaters
• Chapter 21, Hydronic Piping
• Chapter 22, Special Piping and Storage Systems
• Chapter 23, Solar Thermal Energy Systems
• Chapter 24, Fuel Gas
• Chapters 25 - 28, Plumbing
• Chapter 29, Water Supply and Distribution
• Chapters 30 - 43
• Chapter 44, Referenced Standards
• Appendix A - E
• Appendix F, Radon Control Methods
• Appendix G - P
• Appendix Q, Tiny Houses
• Appendix R - S
• Appendix T, Solar-Ready Provisions - Detached One- and Two-Family Dwellings, Multiple Single-Family Dwellings (Townhouses)
• Index

This is a read-only version of the 2015 Seattle Residential Code. You can buy a full version from iccsafe.org.

The 2015 Seattle Residential Code contains substantial copyrighted material from the 2015 International Residential Code which is proprietary to and copyrighted by International Code Council, Inc. The licensed material is copyrighted by the International Code Council, Inc., has been obtained and reproduced with permission. The acronym “ICC” and the ICC logo are trademarks and service marks of ICC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

• Introduction
• Errata Insert Pages
• Table of Contents
• Chapter 1, Administration
• Chapter 2, Definitions
• Chapter 3, Building Planning
• Chapter 4, Foundations
• Chapter 5, Floors
• Chapter 6, Wall Construction
• Chapter 7, Wall Covering
• Chapter 8, Roof-Ceiling Construction
• Chapter 9, Roof Assemblies
• Chapter 10, Chimneys and Fireplaces
• Chapter 11, Energy Efficiency
• Chapter 12, Mechanical Administration
• Chapter 13, General Mechanical System Requirements
• Chapter 14, Heating and Cooling Equipment and Appliances
• Chapter 15, Exhaust Systems
• Chapter 16, Duct Systems
• Chapter 17, Combustion Air
• Chapter 18, Chimneys and Vents
• Chapter 19, Special Appliances, Equipment and Systems
• Chapter 20, Boilers and Water Heaters
• Chapter 21, Hydronic Piping
• Chapter 22, Special Piping and Storage Systems
• Chapter 23, Solar Thermal Energy Systems
• Chapter 24, Fuel Gas
• Chapters 25 - 28, Plumbing
• Chapter 29, Water Supply and Distribution
• Chapters 30 - 43
• Chapter 44, Referenced Standards
• Appendix A - E
• Appendix F, Radon Control Methods
• Appendix G - T 
• Appendix U, Solar-Ready Provisions - Detached One- and Two-Family Dwellings, Multiple Single-Family Dwellings (Townhouses)
• Index

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2012 Seattle Residential Code

This is a read-only version of the 2012 Seattle Residential Code. You can buy a full version from iccsafe.org. Print copies are available for sale in our Public Resource Center.

• 2014 Seattle Residential Code Amendments

• Introduction
• Table of Contents
• Chapter 1, Administration
• Chapter 2, Definitions
• Chapter 3, Building Planning
• Chapter 4, Foundations
• Chapter 5, Floors
• Chapter 6, Wall Construction
• Chapter 7, Wall Covering
• Chapter 8, Roof-Ceiling Construction
• Chapter 9, Roof Assemblies
• Chapter 10, Chimneys and Fireplaces
• Chapter 11, Energy Efficiency
• Chapter 12, Mechanical Administration
• Chapter 13, General Mechanical System Requirements
• Chapter 14, Heating and Cooling Equipment and Appliances
• Chapter 15, Exhaust Systems
• Chapter 16, Duct Systems
• Chapter 17, Combustion Air
• Chapter 18, Chimneys and Vents
• Chapter 19, Special Appliances, Equipment and Systems
• Chapter 20, Boilers and Water Heaters
• Chapter 21, Hydronic Piping
• Chapter 22, Special Piping and Storage Systems
• Chapter 23, Solar Energy Systems
• Chapter 24, Fuel Gas
• Chapters 25 - 28, Plumbing
• Chapter 29, Water Supply and Distribution
• Chapters 30 - 43
• Chapter 44, Referenced Standards
• Appendix A, Sizing and Capacities of Gas Piping
• Appendix B, Sizing of Venting Systems Serving Appliances Equipped with Draft hoods, Category I Appliances, and Appliances Listed for Use with Type B Vents
• Appendix C, Exit Terminals of Mechanical Draft and Direct-Vent Venting Systems
• Appendix D, Recommended Procedure for Safety Inspection of an Existing Appliance Installation
• Appendix E, Manufactured Housing used as Dwellings
• Appendix F, Radon Control Methods
• Appendix G, Swimming Pools, Spas and Hot Tubs
• Appendix H, Patio Covers
• Appendix I, Private Sewage Disposal
• Appendix J, Existing Buildings and Structures
• Appendix K, Sound Transmission
• Appendix L, Permit Fees
• Appendix M, Home Day Care – R-3 Occupancy
• Appendix N, Venting Methods
• Appendix O, Automatic Vehicular Gates
• Appendix P, Sizing of Water Piping System
• Appendix Q, ICC International Residential Code Electrical Provisions / National Electrical Code Cross Reference
• Index

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