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Codes & Standards

ASTM Compass | ASTM Standards and Engineering Digital Library This link opens in a new window
A vast collection of industry-leading standards and technical engineering information. Covers a broad range of engineering disciplines.
ICC Digital Codes Library This link opens in a new window
ICC's Digital Codes Library is the largest provider of model codes and standards used worldwide to construct safe, sustainable, affordable and resilient structures. Free access to 800+ ICC resources and the largest collection of code titles.
National Fire Codes (Formerly NFPA Codes Online) This link opens in a new window
Electronic version of the National Fire Code from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). No Username or Password required. Access is determined by your WPI IP Address.
Coverage: Current year + Previous editions
Full Text: Yes

Massachusetts laws, codes, and standards:

Massachusetts Law About Zoning
A compilation of laws, cases and web sources on zoning law in Massachusetts.
MA Board of Building Regulations and Standards (BBRS)
The Board of Building Regulations and Standards (BBRS) monitors Massachusetts building codes and construction supervisor licensing. The Board also licenses concrete testing labs and technicians, approves manufactured buildings and related inspection procedures, approves native lumber producers, and certifies municipal building inspectors.
Massachusetts State Building Code - 780 CMR: An unofficial copy of all versions of the Mass. State Building Code
The Massachusetts State Building Code consists of a series of international model codes and any state-specific amendments adopted by the Board of Building Regulation and Standards (BBRS). The BBRS regularly updates the state building codes as new information and technology becomes available and change is warranted. These updates are listed here, as well as links to the model codes.
Ninth Edition of the MA State Building Code 780
The ninth edition building code was filed with the Secretary of State on Friday, Oct. 6, 2017 and became effective on Oct 20, 2017.