Ruth Provides Codes & Regulatory Affairs Update During AAMA Session

During yesterday's AAMA meeting, Julie Ruth, a code consultant for AAMA, provided an update on recent results of the International Code Council's (ICC) code development hearings.

She said AAMA had taken positions on 80 proposals; three of which were submitted on behalf of AAMA; two were approved as well as one by WDMA.

The proposals will next be out for public comment, these will be due January 24.

The new Florida building codes were also discussed. A major concern that was also discussed was the fact that energy ratings on replacement windows may soon be required.