Building codes are primarily designed to establish which of the following?

Correct Answer

B) Minimum health and safety standards for construction and occupancy

Building codes establish minimum health and safety standards that govern the construction, alteration, and occupancy of buildings. They address structural integrity, fire safety, electrical systems, plumbing, and other factors to protect the health and safety of occupants and the public. In Iowa, local jurisdictions adopt and enforce building codes, often based on model codes such as the International Building Code.