Join Us in Celebrating Building Safety Month

Published on May 01, 2024

This May, the City of Tucson's Planning and Development Services Department (PDSD), in coordination with the International Code Council (ICC), will participate in the 44th Annual Building Safety Month, a global campaign that focuses on educating the public about the importance of building codes in ensuring the safety of their living and working environments. In addition to highlighting the need to adopt and update building codes, Building Safety Month celebrates the professionals who ensure these standards are met year-round.

This year's theme is "Mission Possible," with a push towards getting people involved in all aspects of building safety. Throughout the month, PDSD invites Tucson residents to help spread the word about building safety by utilizing resources from the ICC and sharing safety tips. Each week will focus on a separate aspect of building safety:

The International Code Council provides codes, standards, and solutions to promote safe, affordable, and sustainable buildings and communities. For more information about Building Safety Month, visit the ICC's website.