2024 Building Code Adoption Tracking: FEMA Region 7

This fact sheet provides a high-level overview of the adoption rates of hazard-resistant building codes in FEMA Region 7 states, including Nebraska, Iowa, Missouri, and Kansas. It details the percentage of jurisdictions in each state that have adopted the 2018 or later International Building Code (IBC) and International Residential Code (IRC), focusing on communities at high risk for natural hazards. The document explains FEMA's ongoing role in supporting code adoption, defending resilience provisions, and tracking code effectiveness for disaster mitigation. It highlights the importance of building codes for public safety, property protection, and eligibility for federal funding.