Residential Code Compliance Analyzer
Verify residential designs against building codes before permit submission
What You Can Do
You can cross-reference your residential designs against jurisdiction-specific building codes, zoning ordinances, and accessibility standards to catch compliance issues before permit submission. Claude identifies potential violations, documents compliance decisions, and highlights code conflicts with your design intent—transforming compliance from reactive problem-solving into proactive quality control that reduces revision requests by 40-60%.
Features
analyzes designs against IBC, IRC, local amendments, and jurisdiction-specific requirements to flag non-compliant elements
checks ADA, Fair Housing Act, and state accessibility standards for mixed-occupancy residential projects
verifies setbacks, lot coverage, height limits, parking, and use restrictions against local zoning codes
generates clear written records of design decisions and code compliance rationale for design reviews and permit defense
identifies issues with egress, fire separation, sprinkler requirements, and emergency systems based on occupancy classification
confirms all required documentation, drawings, and certifications are complete and compliant before submission
highlights contradictions between codes or client requests and compliance requirements, with mitigation options
Example Output
Example 1: Multi-Family Residential Building Analysis
Jurisdiction: San Francisco, CA | Occupancy: R-2 (4-story apartment)
VIOLATIONS FOUND:
✗ Unit egress: 2 units share single exit stair (IRC 1003.2.1 requires separate exits)
✗ Hallway width: 36" in upper floors (requires 44" for occupant load > 50)
✗ ADA compliance: Accessible unit bathroom has 48" doorway (requires 36" + 12" maneuvering)
COMPLIANCE VERIFIED:
✓ Fire-resistance ratings: 2-hour separation meets IRC Table 706.4
✓ Parking: 1.25 spaces/unit complies with SF Planning Code
✓ Natural light: 10% of floor area meets ventilation requirements
Example 2: Accessibility Issue Resolution
Finding: Master bedroom closet door swing blocks accessible route
Code Reference: ADA 2010 Standards 304.1 (clear floor space)
Options:
1. Relocate closet entry 18" eastward (minimal impact on layout)
2. Change to pocket door (3" depth reduction, maintains accessibility)
3. Widen hallway to 48" (structural implications noted)
Recommendation: Pocket door—lowest cost, no structural changes
What's Included
- Residential Code Compliance Analyzer SKILL.md instruction file:
- Jurisdiction-specific code checklist templates (IBC/IRC amendments by region):
- Compliance documentation template for design review meetings:
- Accessibility standards quick-reference framework (ADA 2010, Fair Housing Act):
- Code violation response workflow for permit revision cycles:
Who It's For
- Residential architects evaluating designs for code compliance before permit submission
- Design firms managing revision cycles and permit delays
- Building code consultants documenting compliance decisions for liability protection
- Project managers verifying designer work against local jurisdictions
- Accessibility specialists ensuring mixed-occupancy residential projects meet standards
Best For
- Pre-permit design compliance reviews and violation identification
- Schematic and design development phase code verification
- Responding to permit reviewer comments and revision requests
- Accessibility compliance analysis for multi-family and mixed-use projects
- Zoning and setback verification against local ordinances
- Egress and life-safety system code compliance checking
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