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Building codes and permit requirements, by address

Look up which codes apply, what permits you need, and get AI-powered answers to compliance questions — for any address in all 50 states.

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States, cities, and counties covered
0K+ Local Amendments
Jurisdiction-specific code changes
0M+ Code Sections
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Complete nationwide coverage

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Whether you pull permits, stamp drawings, or pour foundations — BuildSpec keeps you code-compliant and moving fast.

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General Contractors

Know exactly which codes and permits apply before you bid. Stop losing money to surprise requirements.

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Architects & Engineers

Research jurisdiction-specific amendments instantly. Spend time designing, not digging through code books.

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Building Departments

Give your applicants a self-service tool that reduces counter questions and incomplete submittals.

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Home Builders

Residential code lookup made simple. IRC, IBC, NEC editions by city with local amendments flagged.

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Inspectors & Plan Reviewers

Cross-reference fire-rated assemblies, DOT specs, and adopted code editions in seconds.

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Developers & Owners

Understand permit timelines and code requirements during due diligence — before you close on the lot.

Everything you need to stay code-compliant

One platform replacing scattered PDFs, outdated bookmarks, and phone calls to the building department.

Address-Based Code Lookup

Enter any US address and instantly see which building codes apply — IRC, IBC, NEC, IECC editions with local amendments.

AI Code Assistant

Ask natural language questions about building codes and get jurisdiction-specific answers with inline citations.

Permit Requirements

See exactly what permits are required, application fees, inspection schedules, and submission requirements by city.

Fire-Rated Assemblies

Search 50+ UL-listed fire-rated assemblies by rating, type, material, and STC. Complete component details included.

DOT Specs & Products

Search state DOT specifications and approved product lists. Semantic search finds relevant sections instantly.

Code Update Alerts

Get notified when building codes change in your jurisdictions. Track NEC, IRC, IBC, and IECC updates by state.

Code Calculators

Built-in calculators for deck footings (IRC R507.3), electrical loads (NEC 220.82), and wire sizing (NEC 310.16).

Nationwide Search

Search across 600+ jurisdictions in all 50 states. Find any code section, amendment, or design criteria in seconds.

Project Compliance

Save projects, bookmark code sections, and organize research by job site. Share findings with your whole team.

Three steps to code compliance

Stop spending hours on research. Get answers in seconds.

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Enter your address

Type any US address and we identify the exact jurisdiction, adopted codes, and local amendments.

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Get instant answers

See which codes apply, what permits you need, and ask our AI assistant any compliance question.

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Stay up to date

Save projects, set up alerts for code changes, and keep your team aligned with shared research.

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Checklists

Create and manage code compliance checklists for your projects. Pre-built templates for common project types.

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Code Calculator

Perform code calculations with built-in formulas — occupant load, egress width, parking, plumbing fixtures, and more.

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Specifications

Access and search building specifications alongside codes. Organized by CSI MasterFormat divisions.

Covering every code type

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