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Residential Design Criteria - Jefferson County

Residential design criteria are provided to help ensure new construction and remodels meet applicable building and safety standards.
Customers can review the residential design criteria below for guidance on code requirements, construction standards, and local regulations. Additional information and related resources are available on the Building Safety webpage.

Climatic and Geographic Design Criteria (PDF)

Visit the Building Safety webpage here: Design Criteria

Jefferson County Building Safety Division

Updated 3/16/2026 1:50 PM
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