Is Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code update in force?

Yes. In force from Jan 1, 2026.

Which products does Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code update affect?

Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code update affects Residential energy storage systems and Commercial and utility energy storage systems.

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Uniform Construction Code update

Q: When does Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code update take effect?

The effective date on file is January 1, 2026.

PartialRead in the state’s own source. It stays partial until the passage is on file word for word.

What does Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code update do? Updates the Uniform Construction Code to nearly all provisions of the 2021 International Codes.

Facts

Kind: Code amendment
Status: In force
Stage: In force
Signed or decided: January 1, 2026
Effective: January 1, 2026
Topics: Fire protection and siting, Permitting
Products: Residential energy storage systems Commercial and utility energy storage systems
Source: Independent Regulatory Review Commission (opens in a new tab)
Citation: Regulation #12-125

The state’s codes

The codes that reach each product this law names, with the edition Pennsylvania is on. Each links to the record.

For information only. Your local building or fire official decides which code applies. We check state records often but can miss a recent change, so confirm with your official before you design, permit, or install. Terms of use