2024 International Fire Code – IFC-2024

The 2024 International Fire Code® (IFC) establishes coordinated fire safety regulations for the protection of life and property in both new and existing buildings. Developed by the International Code Council (ICC), it integrates requirements for fire prevention, hazardous materials, emergency planning, and building systems to support safe design, inspection, and operation of structures. This edition includes updates for emerging hazards, revised technical standards, and digital tools to streamline enforcement and compliance.

Highlights:

• Covers fire protection systems, egress, fire-resistance-rated construction, and emergency planning
• Includes updated guidance on lithium battery storage, mobile fueling, and micro-mobility devices
• Aligns with IBC, IMC, and other 2024 I-Codes for cross-discipline code compliance
• New QR-coded change tracking for enhanced plan review and field application
• Expanded requirements for storage, occupancy classification, and Group R residential fire safety
• Addresses wildland-urban interface risks, fire command centers, and standpipe systems
• Appendices cover fire-flow calculations, water supply, and model hazard permits
• Essential for jurisdictions enforcing coordinated fire and building safety standards

Who It’s For:
Fire marshals, code officials, building inspectors, architects, and facility managers working to enforce or comply with fire protection regulations in commercial, industrial, and multi-family occupancies.

IFC-2024