Building Codes

The 2018 International Codes are in effect as of January 1, 2020

The Inspections Department enforces codes adopted by the City of Fargo, including heating, cooling, electrical, plumbing and building, as well as some of the city's ordinances.

The City Commission has adopted the following codes and associated local amendments:

2018 International Building Code Local Amendment
2018 International Residential Code Local Amendment
2018 International Mechanical Code Local Amendment
2018 International Fuel Gas Code Local Amendment
2018 International Existing Building Code Local Amendment
2018 International Energy Conservation Code Local Amendment
2018 International Property Maintenance Code Local Amendment

2018 International Fire Code Local Amendment
2018 North Dakota State Plumbing Code (Uniform Plumbing Code - 2018)
2020 National Electrical Code
2020 Laws, Rules, and Wiring Standards of North Dakota
2006 NFPA #31
Fargo Sign Code
Portions of the Land Development Code
Portions of the Fargo Municipal Code, specifically Articles FMC 13-09 (Junked vehicles), FMC 21-04 (Dangerous Buildings), FMC 21-06 (Flood Plain Administration), FMC 25-03 (Outdoor Advertising), FMC 25-20 (House Moving) and any amendments to the above codes.

Amendments made to customize the International Codes to local conditions and concerns are available at our office at City Hall or on via the links on our web site. Please contact the Inspections Department to request them by mail or fax.