The Sussex County Building Code Office is responsible for enforcing building codes as adopted under Chapter 52 of the Sussex County Code for all unincorporated areas of the county, as well as 14 incorporated towns. (See list of towns)
The Building Code Office staff conducts plan reviews and inspections for Commercial, Single-family, and Multi-family projects, including new construction, additions, remodeling, and alterations.
The Building Code Office provides building code information and requirements for building permits and inspections during the construction process. Additionally, the office maintains inspection reports and required archived documents. To view scheduled inspections and results, please use our Self Service Portal.
The Building Code Office also coordinates with the Sussex County Board of Adjustments and Appeals on appeal hearings as needed.
ICC Codes adopted by Sussex County Building Code
and Minimum Design Criteria
2012 IRC (Chapters 1-10)
- Ground Snow Load: 20 psf
- Wind Speed: 100 mph
- Frost Line Depth: 24"
- Ice Barrier Underlayment Required: Installed Per Manufacturer Specifications
- Weathering Probability for Concrete: Severe
- Termite Infestation Probability: Moderate to Heavy
2012 IBC
- Ground Snow Load: 20 psf
- Wind Speed: per ATC Hazards by Location
- Frost Line Depth: 24"
2021 IECC enforced by Sussex County Building Code (effective 1/1/23).
To order any of these codes, visit iccsafe.org