International Building Code and ICC/ANSI A117.1


2009 International Building Code (2009 IBC)


Chapter 11 of the 2009 IBC addresses accessibility and references the ICC/ANSI A117.1 Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities - 2003.

Here are the sections and topics covered in 2009 IBC - Chapter 11 - Accessibility

  • 1101 - General
  • 1102 - Definitions
  • 1103 - Scoping Requirements
  • 1104 - Accessible Route
  • 1105 - Accessible Entrances
  • 1106 - Parking and Passenger Loading Facilities
  • 1107 - Dwelling Units and Sleeping Units
  • 1108 - Special Occupancies
  • 1109 - Other Features and Facilities
  • 1110 - Signage

Other relevant chapters of the 2009 IBC

  • Chapter 10 - Means of Egress - Section 1007 - Accessible Means of Egress
  • Chapter 34 - Existing Structures - Section 3411 - Accessibility for Existing Structures

ICC/ANSI A117.1 – Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities


ICC ANSI A117.1 is a nationally recognized standard of technical requirements for making buildings accessible. The 2009 IBC references ICC/ANSI A117.1 - 2003.  The most recent edition is 2009 –See: ICC A117.1-2009 - Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities

International Code Council (ICC) - Accessibility Resources
International Code Council (ICC) - Accessibility Community of Interest

This “Community of Interest” provides the following opportunities:

  • Participate in discussions on accessibility in the built environment
  • Network and develop professional contacts
  • Conveniently access news, information and resources