Code Official Connections
About the Program
The AWC Code Official Connections program, or COC, supports code officials in staying up to date on the most recent building code happenings related to wood design and construction by offering technical support, access to education and updates to building codes and wood construction practices.
Why Become a Member
Qualifying members enjoy free access to valuable technical resources and educational opportunities. Upon joining the COC, you may select one complimentary AWC/ANSI standard PDF from the NDS, WFCM, or SDPWS, and purchase print publications at an exclusive 50% discount. In addition to receiving code updates through AWC’s WoodPost e-newsletter, members gain access to a comprehensive range of educational programs. In partnership with the ICC, the National Council of Structural Engineers Association, and the American Institute of Architects, AWC offers monthly webinars and an on-demand training catalog at learn.awc.org to help you satisfy CEU requirements.
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Who is COC Membership for?
Membership is open to any building and code official who administers or enforces codes and is an employee of a U.S. governmental organization. All applications are reviewed to ensure that potential members are qualified building code enforcement officials.
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AWC & Wood Construction Standards
Since 1944, AWC has been developing standards to ensure athe adoption of wood construction standards in domestic and international model codes. AWC’s standards, including the National Design Specification® for Wood Construction, the Wood Frame Construction Manual for One- and Two-Family Dwellings, the Special Design Provisions for Wind and Seismic, and the Permanent Wood Foundation Design Specification are extensively referenced in the ICC model codes and used across the nation. A new AWC standard, the Fire Design Specification for Wood Construction, is currently being considered as a new reference standard in the model codes. See all of AWC’s standards here.
Meet AWC’s Regional Code Experts
