Building codes are primarily designed to establish:

Correct Answer

B) Minimum safety standards for construction and occupancy

Building codes establish minimum safety standards for the construction, alteration, and occupancy of buildings in order to protect public health, safety, and welfare. In Idaho, building codes are adopted and enforced by local jurisdictions. Idaho has adopted the International Building Code (IBC) and related codes as the basis for local building standards. Building codes are distinct from zoning ordinances, which regulate land use, and from tax or insurance regulations.