Maine Uniform Building and Energy Codes

History of Maine Uniform Building and Energy Codes
With P.L. 2007 Resolve 46, the Legislature recognized that Maine needs more uniformity of building-related codes across the state. It directed the state to develop a building and building rehabilitation code implementation plan. A committee comprised of the departments of Economic and Community Development and Professional and Financial Regulation, the Fire Marshal’s Office, Maine Historic Preservation Commission, and State Planning Office presented their recommendations report and implementation plan to the Business Research and Economic Development (BRED) Committee on January 31, 2008. The BRED Committee accepted the committee’s recommendations and enacted PL 2007, Chapter 699 to create a new statewide building and energy code. A uniform code will streamline code administration and bring more consistency to builders, developers, and towns.

The Technical Building Codes and Standards Board located within the Department of Public Safety is responsible for adopting and administering the code. Questions about the building code should be directed to Kathy Chamberlain at the Department of Public Safety at kathy.chamberlain@maine.govand 207-624-7007. The Technical Codes and Standards Board meets bimonthly. Agendas and information on the board are also available from Kathy Chamberlain.

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Once a code is adopted, the State Planning Office will administer a program of training and certification for local CEOs/building inspectors. For more information, visit the Office’s Code Enforcement Training and Certification program web site.

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