2021 PA Uniform Construction
Code (UCC) Update The Department of Labor and Industry has submitted the regulatory package to adopt the 2021 changes into the PA UCC. On November 8, 2025, official notice is being published in the PA Bulletin adopting the 2021 PA Codes, with a date of implementation or “effective date of regulations” of January 1, 2026
Calendar
Duplicate Certificate (by request)
Monday, June 1, 2026
Duplicate BCO Exam letter (by request)
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
2021 IRC Update Program (August 17, 2026) virtual
Monday, August 17, 2026
BCO 101: Building Code Official Certification Academy (August 24-28, 2026) (Virtual)
Monday, August 24, 2026
BCO 101 Exam (September 9, 2026)- Virtual-Exam - Code required
Wednesday, September 9, 2026