country-usa

Resolve United States architectural code interpretation and compliance planning.

Updated May 23, 2026
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Skill: country-usa
Source: https://github.com/Blackleg29/Architecture/tree/main/skills/country-usa
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Blackleg29/Architecture --skill country-usa

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps architects and design teams interpret United States building regulations, so they can move from vague jurisdictional requirements to clear, actionable compliance decisions.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Code Hierarchy Guidance: Clarifies how ICC model codes, NFPA standards, ADA rules, and state or local amendments fit together.
  • Project-Specific Review: Supports planning for occupancy, egress, accessibility, energy, fire protection, structural loads, and zoning constraints.
  • Jurisdictional Precision: Useful when a project sits in a state, city, or special district with its own adoption cycle, amendments, or enforcement authority.
  • Use Case: A designer in New York, California, Florida, or Chicago can use this Skill to quickly identify the applicable code stack and avoid costly coordination mistakes.

Quick Start

Use the country-usa skill to determine the applicable US building, fire, accessibility, energy, structural, and zoning requirements for a specific city or state project.

Frequently Asked Questions about country-usa

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I determine which US building codes apply to my project?

To determine applicable US building codes, identify the specific state, city, or special district jurisdiction. The country-usa skill resolves the code stack by analyzing local adoption cycles, amendments, and enforcement authority for accurate compliance planning.

How do ICC model codes interact with local amendments and ADA requirements?

ICC model codes form the baseline, which local jurisdictions amend, while ADA rules overlay federal accessibility mandates. The country-usa skill clarifies this code hierarchy to resolve conflicts between model standards and local building regulations.

Can I get code compliance review for both egress and energy standards?

Yes, you can review egress and energy standards together. The country-usa skill supports project-specific compliance planning across occupancy, egress, accessibility, energy, fire protection, structural loads, and zoning constraints.

What is the best way to handle state and municipal AHJ adoption differences?

Handling state and municipal AHJ adoption differences requires jurisdiction-specific code edition identification. The country-usa skill maps these local enforcement variations to provide clause-level citations and ensure accurate architectural compliance.

Does this support structural and fire protection review under NFPA and ASCE?

Yes, it supports structural and fire protection review under NFPA and ASCE. The country-usa skill applies these standards alongside ICC and ASHRAE to deliver comprehensive code interpretation for United States architectural projects.

Why do local building code requirements vary so much between cities?

Local building code requirements vary because states and cities adopt model codes on different cycles with unique amendments. The country-usa skill maps these jurisdictional differences to prevent costly coordination mistakes during design.