Webinar Course Topics
Overview of Plan Review and Inspection Challenges for Energy Storage Systems in Single-Family Installations
Registration Deadline: Monday, August 18, 2025
New Online Webinar – 0.2 CEUs
Tuesday, August 19, 2025
10:00am – 12:00pm
New Webinar - ICC PP Course No.
46364 (0.2 CEUs)
New Webinar - AIA Course No. 30: 2025
(2 LU | HSWs)
$90.00 - Members
$110.00 - NonMembers
Description: There can be many challenges for Energy Storage Systems (ESS) at the plan review and inspection level, especially as codes and technologies continue to evolve. This course provides an overview of ESS installations in single-family homes, with a focus on compliance with the 2022 California Electrical Code. It explores common plan review issues and installation challenges encountered by building departments and inspection staff. This webinar is tailored for plan check engineers, combination building inspectors, and electrical inspectors offering practical guidance drawn from real-world scenarios. Join us for engaging discussions designed to expand your knowledge and deepen your understanding of the complexities surrounding ESS installations.
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2025 Energy Multifamily Standards: What’s Changed for the New Code Cycle?
Registration Closes Tuesday, July 23, 2025
New Online Webinar – 0.2 CEUs
Thursday, July 24, 2025
10:00am – 12:00pm
New Webinar - ICC PP Course
No. 45835 (0.2 CEUs)
New Webinar - AIA Course No. 28:
205 (2 LUs)
$90.00 - Members
$110.00 - NonMembers
Description: This webinar provides an overview of major changes to the 2025 Energy Code requirements for multifamily buildings scheduled to go into effect on January 1, 2026. Topics discussed include changes to the HERS program, building envelope (insulation, roofing, fenestration), HVAC (controls, system type, ventilation, fans), water heating, lighting, electric ready, solar PV, battery energy storage systems (BESSs), compliance software, and forms. Information is provided on post-adoption meetings, how to provide feedback on the proposed amendments to the 2025 compliance manuals, forms, and compliance software, along with 2025 Energy Code resources.
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2025 Energy Nonresidential Standards: What’s Changed for the New Code Cycle?
Registration Closes Tuesday, August 26, 2025
New Online Webinar – 0.2 CEUs
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
10:00am – 12:00pm
New Webinar - ICC PP Course No.
45834 (0.2 CEUs)
New Webinar - AIA Course No. 28:
2025 (2 LUs)
$90.00 - Members
$110.00 - NonMembers
Description: This webinar provides an overview of major changes to the 2025 Energy Code requirements for nonresidential buildings scheduled to go into effect on January 1, 2026. Topics discussed include solar PV, battery energy storage systems (BESSs), commercial, laboratory and industrial process loads, including controlled environmental horticulture (CEH) spaces; building envelope, including insulation and vestibules; HVAC controls, efficiency, system types, ducts, and heat recovery; water heating; pools & spas; and indoor and outdoor lighting. Information is provided on post-adoption meetings, how to provide feedback on the proposed amendments to the 2025 compliance manuals, forms, and compliance software, along with 2025 Energy Code resources.
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2025 Energy Single-Family Standards: What’s Changed for the New Code Cycle?
Registration Closes Tuesday, June 24, 2025
New Online Webinar – 0.2 CEUs
Wednesday, June 25, 2025
10:00am – 12:00pm
New Webinar - ICC PP Course No.
45833 (0.2 CEUs)
New Webinar - AIA Course No. 27:
2025 (2 LUs)
$85.00 - Members
$105.00 - NonMembers
Description: This webinar provides an overview of major changes to the 2025 Energy Code requirements for single-family buildings scheduled to go into effect on January 1, 2026. Topics discussed include changes to the HERS program, heat pumps, electric-ready for mixed-fuel buildings, HVAC controls, ventilation, duct insulation, solar PV, and battery storage-ready, and pools & spas. Information is provided on post-adoption meetings, how to provide feedback on the proposed amendments to the 2025 compliance manuals, forms, and compliance software, along with 2025 Energy Code resources.
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Permit Technician Roundtable: Expanding Your Toolbox with Insights, Tips and Tricks
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, June 17, 2025
New Online Webinar – 0.2 CEUs
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
10:00am – 12:00pm
New Webinar - ICC PP Course No.
45854 (0.2 CEUs)
Description: Join us for an engaging panel discussion tailored for permit technicians, where seasoned professionals share their insights and experiences. This interactive webinar covers topics driven by student input. The focus of this webinar is to equip participants with strategies to effectively address and resolve common challenges encountered in permit processing, encourage the exchange of experiences and solutions among participants to foster a collaborative learning environment, and motivate participants to actively contribute to their departments and counter operations. Whether you’re new to the role or a seasoned professional, this webinar provides valuable takeaways to enhance your skills and efficiency. Don’t miss this opportunity to ask questions, exchange ideas, and learn from your peers!
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Nonstructural Overview of the California Building Code for Permit Technicians and Plan Reviewers
Registration Closes: Wednesday, June 11, 2025
New Online Webinar – 0.2 CEUs
Thursday, June 12, 2025
10:00am – 12:00pm
New Webinar - ICC PP Course No.
45635 (0.2 CEUs)
$85.00 - Members
$105.00 - NonMembers
Description: This interactive webinar introduces the non-structural provisions of the California Building Code (CBC) providing practical guidance on essential topics. Participants learn effective strategies for accessing and navigating CBC sections, with insights to help retain key requirements and understand their purpose. Designed for permit technicians, plan examiners, and others looking for an overview of the CBC, this webinar encourages active discussion and real-world application. Bring your questions and gain insights to enhance your understanding and application of the CBC.
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What’s New in Accessibility? Highlighting Access Standards in the 2025 California Codes
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, July 15, 2025
New Online Webinar – 0.2 CEUs
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
10:00am – 12:00pm
New Webinar - ICC PP Course No.
45558 (0.2 CEUs)
New Webinar - AIA Course No. 10: 2025
(2 LU | HSWs)
$90.00 - Members
$110.00 - NonMembers
Description: The 2025 California Building Code (CBC) and 2025 California Residential Code (CRC) introduce key updates to accessibility standards that impact building departments, architectural firms, and design professionals. This webinar provides a comprehensive overview of the approved changes to accessibility provisions within the Division of the State Architect’s (DSA) Chapter 11B, Housing and Community Development’s (HCD) Chapter 11A, and California Residential Code (CRC) Section 327. These changes are officially released on July 1, 2025, and go into effect on January 1, 2026. A thorough understanding of how these changes differ from the current requirements is vital in performing field and plan check duties. Building officials, accessibility plan reviewers, accessibility inspectors, designers, architects, and contractors are encouraged to attend.
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Sneak Peek at the 2025 California Building Code
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, July 8, 2025
New Online Webinar – 0.2 CEUs
Wednesday, July 9, 2025
10:00am – 12:00pm
New Webinar - ICC PP Course No.
45432 (0.2 CEUs)
New Webinar - AIA Course No. 4:
2025 (2 LU | HSWs)
$90.00 - Members
$110.00 - NonMembers
Description: Stay ahead of the curve with the most significant updates coming to the 2025 California Building Code (CBC). This two-hour webinar explores the biggest forthcoming changes in the 2025 CBC and their implications for construction and design professionals. This webinar is essential for architects, engineers, builders, and code officials who need to stay ahead of the curve with the upcoming code changes. The most impactful changes in the 2025 CBC Chapters 1- 34 plus the new Appendix chapter are discussed. Attendees learn the rationale behind these changes, real-world applications, and practical illustrations to help navigate the new requirements effectively.
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Sneak Peek at the 2025 California Residential Code
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, August 6, 2025
New Online Webinar – 0.2 CEUs
Thursday, August 7, 2025
10:00am – 12:00pm
New Webinar - ICC PP Course No.
45433 (0.2 CEUs)
New Webinar - AIA Course No. 9: 2025
(2 LU | HSWs)
$90.00 - Members
$110.00 - NonMembers
Description: Stay ahead of the curve with the most significant updates coming to the 2025 California Residential Code (CRC). This two-hour webinar explores the biggest forthcoming changes in the 2025 CRC and their implications for construction and design professionals. This webinar is essential for architects, engineers, builders, and code officials who need to stay ahead of the curve with the upcoming code changes. The most impactful changes in Chapters 1- 9 (Admin, Definitions and Building) of the 2025 CRC are discussed. Attendees learn the rationale behind these changes, real-world applications, and practical illustrations to help navigate the new requirements effectively.
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Nonstructural Overview of the California Residential Code for Permit Technicians and Plan Reviewers
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, July 16, 2025
New Online Webinar – 0.2 CEUs
Wednesday, July 17, 2025
10:00am – 12:00pm
New Webinar - ICC PP Course No.
45431 (0.2 CEUs)
$90.00 - Members
$110.00 - NonMembers
Description: This interactive webinar introduces the non-structural provisions of the California Residential Code (CRC) providing practical guidance on essential topics such as fire protection, means of egress, emergency escape and rescue, exiting, smoke and carbon monoxide alarm requirements and many more. Participants learn effective strategies for accessing and navigating CRC sections and tables, with insights to help retain key requirements and understand their purpose. Designed for permit technicians, plan examiners, and others looking for an overview of the CRC, this webinar encourages active discussion and real-world application. Bring your questions and gain insights to enhance your understanding and application of the CRC.
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AI and Its Impact on the Building Industry
Registration Deadline: Monday, March 17, 2025
Online Webinar – 0.1 CEUs
Date: Tuesday, March 18, 2025
Time: 10:00-11:00am
ICC PP Course: 45583-1010 (0.1 CEUs)
Cost: Free Webinar
Description: The promise of this new generation of Artificial Intelligence software is that it has all the answers. The reality is that there is great opportunity in Large Language Model (LLM) applications, but it comes with unique challenges, especially if it is trying to be a resource for building and safety codes. This webinar covers those challenges both from the perspective of a user trying to evaluate and utilize AI tools for building codes, and from the view of those on the software side trying to build and train those tools.
Instructor: Ed Cilurso, Senior Product Manager
for the International Code Council
Ed Cilurso is a Senior Product Manager for the International Code
Council with over 30 years of experience in digital publishing
technology. He works helping design and implement new
online tools and products, and has overseen the ICC’s
AI Navigator tool since its launch in October 2023.
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What’s New with Accessory Dwelling Units? Essential Insights from the Updated 2025 ADU Handbook
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, June 4, 2024
New Online Webinar – 0.2 CEUs
Thursday, June 5, 2025
10:00am-12:00pm
New Webinar - ICC PP Course No. 44448 (0.2
CEUs)
New Webinar - AIA Course No. 8: 2025 (2 LU
| HSWs)
$85.00 - Members
$105.00 - NonMembers
Description: Join the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) for an in-depth review of their newly updated 2025 edition of the Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Handbook. With the widespread use of ADUs across California, understanding current regulations is essential for professionals involved in planning, design, or permitting these units. The ADU updated handbook serves as an essential resource for building department personnel. During this webinar, HCD experts guide attendees through the handbook’s latest updates to keep up with recent ADU legislative changes, best practices, and compliance strategies. Building department staff, architects, contractors, and homeowners interested in ADU development will benefit from this comprehensive overview of this updated handbook.
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Hot Topics for Accessory Dwelling Units: Addressing Frequently Asked Questions from Building Department Personnel
Registration Deadline: April 30, 2025
New Online Webinar – 0.2 CEUs
Thursday, May 1, 2025
10:00am – 12:00pm
New Webinar - ICC PP Course No. 44447 (0.2
CEUs)
New Webinar - AIA Course No. 7: 2025 (2 LU
| HSWs)
$85.00 - Members
$105.00 - NonMembers
Description: Join California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) for a presentation on Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) in California. With the widespread use of ADUs across California, understanding current regulations and best practices is essential for professionals involved in planning, design, or permitting these units. Attendees learn about important ADU updates and laws effective as of January 1, 2025. Most of the webinar discussion centers on important ADU hot topics for 2025, including setbacks, fire separation conversions, parking, fire sprinkler, solar, manufactured homes, ordinances and much more, to provide additional guidance. This course benefits building department staff members, architects or contractors who want a non-structural overview of ADU common questions and answers.
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2022 California Energy Code: Solar Photovoltaic and Energy Storage Systems Overview
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, March 4, 2025
New Online Webinar – 0.2 CEUs
Wednesday, March 5, 2025
10:00am – 12:00pm
New Webinar - ICC PP Course No. 44391 (0.2
CEUs)
New Webinar - AIA Course No. 6: 2025 (2
LUs)
$85.00 - Members
$105.00 - NonMembers
Description: Attendees receive an overview of the 2022 Energy Code solar PV system requirements for newly constructed single-family, multifamily, and nonresidential buildings. Topics include mandatory requirements for energy storage ready, prescriptive requirements related to solar PV systems and battery storage, including exceptions, performance compliance options, and Energy Code resources. Building officials, architects, engineers, energy consultants, plans examiners, field inspectors, and counter technicians are encouraged to attend.
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Unpacking the 2022 Intervening Code Updates for Multi-User All-Gender Restrooms
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, April 29, 2025
New Online Webinar – 0.2 CEUs
Wednesday, April 30, 2025
10:00am – 12:00pm
New Webinar - ICC PP Course No. 44394
(0.2 CEUs)
New Webinar - AIA Course No. 3: 2025
(2 LU | HSWs)
$85.00 - Members
$105.00 - NonMembers
Description: The 2022 intervening code cycle brings important revisions to the California Building Code and Plumbing Code, particularly affecting fixture counts, layouts, and accessibility standards for multi-user all-gender restrooms and locker rooms. This webinar delves into these significant updates, equipping participants with the knowledge to ensure compliance and optimize accessibility in public facilities. By addressing common questions and real-world applications, this webinar clarifies the implications of these changes and offer practical guidance for professionals involved in facility design, review, and compliance.
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Contractor Licensing Fundamentals for Counter Technicians
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, March 26, 2025
Online Webinar – 0.2 CEUs
Thursday, March 27, 2025
10:00am – 12:00pm
ICC PP Course No. 37545 (0.2 CEUs)
$85.00 - Members
$105.00 - NonMembers
Description: This webinar offers a comprehensive exploration of the California Contractors State License Board (CSLB) for counter technicians. Key topics related to the CSLB are covered, including the licensing process, scope of work and restrictions for various contractor licenses, permit regulations, and the criteria for owner builders are discussed. Ideal for counter technicians, this webinar covers the essential knowledge needed to navigate the complexities of the CSLB requirements and regulations along with resources published by the CSLB. Gaining proficiency in CSLB regulations enables permit technicians to understand the contractor’s role and the scope of their permissible actions, leading to increased efficiency at counter. Attendance is strongly encouraged for California building-safety counter staff of all levels and experience.
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2022 California Energy Code: Accessory Dwelling Units Overview
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, February 19, 2025
New Online Webinar – 0.2 CEUs
Thursday, February 20, 2025
10:00am – 12:00pm
New Webinar - ICC PP Course No. 44389 (0.2
CEUs)
New Webinar - AIA Course No. 5: 2025
(2 LUs)
$85.00 - Members
$105.00 - NonMembers
Description: This webinar provides an overview of the 2022 Energy Code and how it applies to accessory dwelling units (ADUs). Attendees learn the Energy Code’s classification of different types of ADUs, including newly-constructed ADUs, conversions of existing structures, additions, and alterations. Discussion covers how the requirements vary depending on the classification and size of the construction, along with how requirements have changed related to whole-building ventilation for ADUs, envelope requirements, and more.
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Navigating Code Challenges: Highlighting Essential Topics for Chapters 11A & 11B
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, February 11, 2025
NEW Online Webinar – 0.2 CEUs
Wednesday, February 12, 2025
10:00am – 12:00pm
New Webinar - ICC PP Course No.
44390 (0.2 CEUs)
New Webinar - AIA Course No. 1:
2025 (2 LU | HSWs)
$85.00 - Members
$105.00 - NonMembers
Description: The California Building Code regulations for housing can be challenging to navigate and enforce. This webinar delves into important aspects of Chapters 11A and 11B, highlighting essential topics for compliance by addressing common questions that have arisen in previous CALBO trainings. Join us as we navigate the complexities together, providing valuable insights and practical knowledge to enhance your understanding of Chapters 11A and 11B to address issues effectively in real-world scenarios. Building officials, accessibility plan reviewers, accessibility inspectors, public works inspectors, designers, architects, and contractors are encouraged to attend.
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Zoning for Permit Technicians: How Zoning Impacts Permit Issuance and the Plan Review Process
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, June 25, 2025
Online Webinar – 0.2 CEUs
Thursday, June 26, 2025
10:00am – 12:00pm
ICC PP Course No. 37564 (0.2 CEUs)
$85.00 - Members
$105.00 - NonMembers
Description: This webinar is designed to provide permit technicians with an introduction to zoning regulations and their critical role in the permit issuance and plan approval process. Key zoning concepts are highlighted along with how they are important to and relate to building code requirements. Whether you’re a seasoned permit technician looking to refresh your knowledge or a newcomer seeking to establish a strong foundation, this webinar equips you with the tools and insights needed to increase your awareness of zoning and land use.
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Over the Counter Efficiencies: Utilizing GIS to Improve the Permit Application Process
Online Webinar – 0.2 CEUs
TBD – Summer 2025
10:00am – 12:00pm
ICC PP Course No. 37543 (0.2 CEUs)
$85.00 - Members
$105.00 - NonMembers
Description: Geographic Information Systems (GIS) mapping is a powerful technology combining geographical data, spatial analysis, and data visualization to understand, interpret, and present information about the Earth’s surface and its features. This webinar provides an overview of GIS tools and techniques, specific to California. to support informed decision-making and streamline the permit application process. It is designed to prepare attendees with the necessary skills to effectively research and analyze property information using GIS mapping. As key stakeholders in the building permit process, permit technicians rely on accurate and up-to-date property data on projects to ensure compliance with zoning regulations, setbacks, fire zones, and boundaries.
*Registration Opens March 2025*