International Plumbing Code
The 2009 International Plumbing Code, adopted into law under the Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code. Governs the design and installation of plumbing systems.
International Plumbing Code (2009)
Pennsylvania's Uniform Construction Code adopts the International Plumbing Code by reference; the 2009 IPC was the edition in force during its adoption period. It sets minimum requirements for fixtures, water supply and distribution, sanitary drainage, vents, and storm drainage. The full text below is reproduced from the edition as adopted into law, sourced from public.resource.org.
- Cesspools
This chapter establishes the governing requirements for the design and installation of cesspools in plumbing systems.
- Definitions
This chapter establishes the definitions for words and terms used throughout the IPC 2009 code to ensure consistent interpretation.
- Definitions
This chapter establishes the specific meanings of words and terms used throughout the code to ensure consistent interpretation and application.
- Fixtures, Faucets and Fixture Fittings
This chapter governs the materials, design, and installation of plumbing fixtures, faucets, and fittings, establishing minimum fixture counts based on occupancy type.
- General Regulations
This chapter establishes general regulations for private sewage disposal systems, including specific waste limitations and location requirements in flood hazard areas.
- General Regulations
This chapter governs general regulations for plumbing installation not specific to other chapters, covering materials, support, protection, and safety requirements.
- Indirect/special Waste
This chapter establishes regulations for indirect waste piping, special wastes, and their specific applications in various settings, including food handling and healthcare facilities.
- Inspections
This chapter governs the inspection of private sewage disposal systems, outlining the scope and initial inspection procedures required by the code official.
- Materials
This chapter establishes the requirements for materials, identification, performance, and approval of components used in private sewage disposal systems.
- Mound Systems
This chapter governs the design and installation requirements for mound systems used in wastewater treatment.
- Nonliquid Saturated Treatment Systems
This chapter establishes the governing provisions for nonliquid saturated treatment systems, outlining the scope and requirements for their design and installation.
- Pressure Distribution Systems
This chapter outlines the design and installation requirements for pressure distribution systems, covering aspects like design loading, system components, construction, pump selection, and dosing protocols.
- Referenced Standards
- Referenced Standards
- Residential Waste Water Systems
This chapter establishes the provisions and requirements for the design, installation, and maintenance of residential waste water systems.
- Sanitary Drainage
This chapter establishes regulations for the materials, design, construction, and installation of sanitary drainage systems.
- Scope and Administration
This chapter establishes the administrative framework for the Private Sewage Disposal Code, including its title, applicability, creation of the code official, their duties, permit and inspection requirements, modification procedures, violation protocols, and appeal processes.
- Scope and Administration
This chapter defines the scope, applicability, and administration of the International Plumbing Code, outlining roles, permits, inspections, violations, appeals, and temporary equipment provisions.
- Site Evaluation and Requirements
This chapter establishes the requirements for evaluating and selecting sites suitable for private sewage disposal systems.
- Soil Absorption Systems
This chapter governs the sizing and installation requirements for soil absorption systems, ensuring proper disposal of effluent from septic tanks and other approved treatment tanks.
- Special Piping and Storage Systems
This chapter governs the design and installation of piping and storage systems for non-flammable medical gases and nonmedical oxygen systems.
- Storm Drainage
This chapter establishes the requirements for materials, design, construction, and installation of storm drainage systems within buildings and on properties.
- Tanks
This chapter governs the design, installation, repair, and maintenance of septic tanks, treatment tanks, and holding tanks.
- Traps, Interceptors and Separators
This chapter establishes requirements for the materials and installation of traps, interceptors, and separators within plumbing systems.
- Vents
This chapter establishes the requirements for the materials, design, construction, and installation of vent systems in plumbing, ensuring proper airflow and drainage function.
- Water Heaters
This chapter governs the materials, design, installation, and safety devices for water heaters and their associated appurtenances.
- Water Supply and Distribution
This chapter governs the materials, design, and installation of hot and cold water supply systems for human occupancy, including requirements for potable water, system design, and protection.