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Exterior building envelopes, interior surfaces, and finishes must meet standards for durability and energy efficiency.
Arizona State Roles and Responsibilities for PK-12 Public School Facilities (2025), printed p. 30 · A.A.C. R7-6-271
When identified fire hazards or unsafe structural conditions are not addressed, an Alabama public school facility may be declared unsafe and closed until corrective action is taken.
Alabama State Profile (2025), printed p. 33 · Ala. Code § 16-1-2(4)
Ventilation and mechanical-system standards applicable to Alabama public school construction and renovation are enforced through the 2021 International Mechanical Code adopted as part of the State Building Code.
Alabama State Profile (2025), printed p. 34 · 2021 International Mechanical Code
The Alabama Division of Construction Management serves as the state's building code authority for public school construction and renovation.
Alabama State Profile (2025), printed p. 32 · Ala. Code §§ 41-4-400 through 41-4-402; Ala. Code §§ 41-9-160 through 41-9-166
State-funded or state-supervised Alabama K-12 school facility projects are subject to Division of Construction Management permitting and inspection as part of the state's building-code enforcement process.
Alabama State Profile (2025), printed p. 32–33 · Ala. Code §§ 41-4-400 through 41-4-402; Ala. Code §§ 41-9-160 through 41-9-166
Alabama DCM requirements for K-12 roofing systems address minimum slope, approved membrane and flashing assemblies, manufacturer warranties, and inspection during installation.
Alabama State Profile (2025), printed p. 33 · DCM Manual of Procedures, ch. 5
DSA reviews all public school building projects under the Field Act, regardless of funding source, for structural, fire-life-safety and accessibility compliance.
California — State Roles and Responsibilities for PK-12 Public School Facilities — 2025 State Profile (2025), printed p. 50 · Cal. Educ. Code §§ 17280–17317
New Alabama school construction and major renovations subject to DCM oversight must comply with the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code, including requirements for the building envelope, mechanical systems, lighting, and energy controls.
Alabama State Profile (2025), printed p. 35–36 · 2021 International Energy Conservation Code
HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems must be capable of operating as designed, have sufficient life expectancy and parts availability for maintenance, and remain functional and safe for continued occupancy.
Arizona State Roles and Responsibilities for PK-12 Public School Facilities (2025), printed p. 29–30 · A.A.C. R7-6-265
HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems must be designed, installed, and maintained to ensure operational reliability and energy efficiency.
Arizona State Roles and Responsibilities for PK-12 Public School Facilities (2025), printed p. 30 · A.A.C. R7-6-265
New public school construction and major renovations must comply with the building codes adopted by the local jurisdiction in which the school is located.
Arizona State Roles and Responsibilities for PK-12 Public School Facilities (2025), printed p. 30
Arizona's minimum school facility standards in Administrative Code Title 7, Chapter 6 apply to new construction and significant renovations and address building-system functionality, environmental health, site safety, and operational requirements.
Arizona State Roles and Responsibilities for PK-12 Public School Facilities (2025), printed p. 30 · A.A.C. Title 7, Chapter 6
New school construction must incorporate indoor air quality practices based on the SMACNA Indoor Air Quality Guidelines for Occupied Buildings Under Construction to minimize contaminants during and after construction.
Arizona State Roles and Responsibilities for PK-12 Public School Facilities (2025), printed p. 32 · A.R.S. § 41-5832; SMACNA Indoor Air Quality Guidelines for Occupied Buildings Under Construction
Arizona requires public school facilities to be structurally sound, including the ability to withstand normal loads without significant deterioration or safety hazards, as part of compliance with the Minimum Adequacy Guidelines.
Arizona State Roles and Responsibilities for PK-12 Public School Facilities (2025), printed p. 30–31 · A.R.S. § 41-5711
Inspection reports identifying fire hazards or unsafe structural conditions in Alabama public K-12 schools must be submitted to the local board of education, the State Superintendent of Education, and the Director of Finance.
Alabama State Profile (2025), printed p. 33 · Ala. Code § 16-1-2(4)
School HVAC systems must meet or exceed the version of ASHRAE Standard 62 applicable when the system was installed and must be maintained to provide continued indoor air quality performance.
Arizona State Roles and Responsibilities for PK-12 Public School Facilities (2025), printed p. 32 · A.R.S. § 41-5832; ASHRAE Standard 62
The Arizona State Board of Education prescribes minimum standards for the design of school facilities for school districts.
Arizona State Roles and Responsibilities for PK-12 Public School Facilities (2025), printed p. 9 · A.R.S. § 15-203(A)(14)
Alabama's State Building Code incorporates nationally recognized model building, plumbing, mechanical, energy, existing-building, electrical, and fire codes applicable to K-12 school construction.
Alabama State Profile (2025), printed p. 32 · 2021 International Building Code; 2021 International Existing Building Code; 2021 International Plumbing Code +4 more
The California Building Standards Code (Title 24) is adopted under Health and Safety Code §§ 18901–18949.31.
California — State Roles and Responsibilities for PK-12 Public School Facilities — 2025 State Profile (2025), printed p. 50 · Cal. Health & Safety Code §§ 18901–18949.31; Cal. Code Regs. tit. 24
Title 24 Part 1 (California Administrative Code) sets administrative standards for state-regulated construction.
California — State Roles and Responsibilities for PK-12 Public School Facilities — 2025 State Profile (2025), printed p. 50–51 · Cal. Code Regs. tit. 24, pt. 1
Title 24 Part 2 (California Building Code) includes structural, seismic and accessibility standards.
California — State Roles and Responsibilities for PK-12 Public School Facilities — 2025 State Profile (2025), printed p. 50–51 · Cal. Code Regs. tit. 24, pt. 2
Title 24 Part 3 (California Electrical Code) sets electrical standards.
California — State Roles and Responsibilities for PK-12 Public School Facilities — 2025 State Profile (2025), printed p. 50–51 · Cal. Code Regs. tit. 24, pt. 3
Title 24 Part 4 (California Mechanical Code) sets mechanical standards.
California — State Roles and Responsibilities for PK-12 Public School Facilities — 2025 State Profile (2025), printed p. 50–51 · Cal. Code Regs. tit. 24, pt. 4
Title 24 Part 5 (California Plumbing Code) sets plumbing standards.
California — State Roles and Responsibilities for PK-12 Public School Facilities — 2025 State Profile (2025), printed p. 50–51 · Cal. Code Regs. tit. 24, pt. 5
Title 24 Part 5 sets potable water system standards.
California — State Roles and Responsibilities for PK-12 Public School Facilities — 2025 State Profile (2025), printed p. 55–56 · Cal. Code Regs. tit. 24, pt. 5
Title 24 Part 6 § 120.5 requires functional performance testing.
California — State Roles and Responsibilities for PK-12 Public School Facilities — 2025 State Profile (2025), printed p. 58 · Cal. Code Regs. tit. 24, pt. 6
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