building-code-checker

Building Code Checker Skill

Purpose

The Building Code Checker Skill verifies building code compliance including occupancy classification, construction type, allowable area, and fire-resistance requirements per IBC.

Capabilities

• IBC compliance verification
• Occupancy classification
• Construction type determination
• Allowable area calculation
• Fire-resistance requirements
• Means of egress analysis
• Height and story limitations
• Mixed-use provisions

Usage Guidelines

When to Use

• Verifying code compliance
• Determining allowable areas
• Checking height limits
• Evaluating fire resistance

Prerequisites

• Building use defined
• Construction materials identified
• Building area calculated
• Fire protection systems known

Best Practices

• Use current code edition
• Consider local amendments
• Document compliance path
• Check all occupancies

Process Integration

This skill integrates with:

• All structural processes
• Permit Application Preparation

Configuration

building-code-checker:
  codes:
    - IBC-2021
    - IBC-2024
  check-categories:
    - occupancy
    - construction-type
    - area
    - height
    - fire-resistance
    - egress

Output Artifacts

• Compliance reports
• Area calculations
• Fire-resistance requirements
• Code summaries