Minnesota Administrative Rules
Agency 151 - Labor and Industry Department
Chapter 1300 - BUILDING CODE
Part 1300.0030 - PURPOSE AND APPLICATION

Universal Citation: MN Rules 1300.0030

Current through Register Vol. 49, No. 13, September 23, 2024

Subpart 1. Purpose.

The purpose of this code is to establish minimum requirements to safeguard the public health, safety, and general welfare through structural strength, means of egress facilities, stability, sanitation, adequate light and ventilation, energy conservation, and safety to life and property from fire and other hazards attributed to the built environment and to provide safety to firefighters and emergency responders during emergency operations.

The purpose of the code is not to create, establish, or designate a particular class or group of persons who will or should be especially protected or benefited by the terms of the code.

Subp. 2. Application.

A. The code applies statewide except as provided in Minnesota Statutes, sections 326B.112; 326B.121; 326B.16; and 326B.184, and supersedes the building code of any municipality. The code does not apply to agricultural buildings except with respect to state inspections required or rulemaking authorized by Minnesota Statutes, sections 103F.141, subdivision 8, and 326B.36.

B. The codes and standards referenced in a rule chapter are considered part of the requirements of the code to the prescribed extent of each reference. If differences occur between provisions of the code and referenced codes and standards, the provisions of the code apply.

C. In the event that a new edition of the code is adopted after a permit has been issued, the edition of the code current at the time of permit application shall remain in effect throughout the work authorized by the permit.

Statutory Authority: MS s 16B.59; 16B.61; 16B.64; 326B.101; 326B.106; 326B.13

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