I've a PDF of the building codes 2007,Think I should post it here its really confusing unless ya know what your after.If so how would I post a PDF.

What code is it? UBC, IRC, '01 '06???????? Lots of the codes haven't even been adopted yet. Many of them are interpretive or amended.

It's a good idea, just trying to clarify.

sparcebag to view a pdf file you'd either have to host that on your photo sharing site and then post a link to it. Or just post the link to site its on now. Links to government sites are OK to post btw. Good Idea.

Here's the link:
http://www.doli.state.mn.us/pdf/bc_2007msbc.pdf

Guys, go ahead and link or paste any references you see fit here.

I tried a free program to convert to JPG to post here I only get the first page.Dont know what I'm doing,I'm computer Illiterate

I believe in MN it is IRC 06 and selected portions of UBC. You will need a copy of those codes to really possess all codes enforced in MN. The MN code is in addition to and/or instead of parts of these national codes.

FLaker

You are right, but it depends on what parts of it are actually adopted. Some are changed also depending on what part of the state you are in. There is big discussion about this reguarding to the energy code, storms, other weather, mold, etc, etc......

It seems there is no end.

I think it is still compliant to build a Cat.1 or 2 UBC home. Not sure though.

With regards to codes as well, individual cities can set building codes as well, that are more stringent then state codes.

Not in MN they can't, if you go above & beyond State code, you must do it by City ordinance which the city should provide you with the ordinance if you ask. Minneapolis & St Paul are an exception, because they had a code before the State did. As an inspector, I always advise contractors if they are having as issue with someone requiring more than the code, politely ask the inspector to show you or tell you the code section.