Pennsylvania School Building Code | Standards Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania’s school building codes are an adaptation of the stack developed by the International Code Council. The most recent update includes enhanced requirements for safety (e.g., emergency escape paths, smoke alarms, surge protection), structural design (e.g., decks, snow loads), and energy efficiency, applying to new school construction, additions, and major renovations.
Key supporting regulations include:
22 Pa. Code Chapter 21 (School Buildings): Covers planning, approval processes, and requirements for public school construction/reconstruction.
22 Pa. Code Chapter 349 (School Building Standards): Details space allocations, construction standards, and related rules.
