> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://enercalc.com/docs/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://enercalc.com/docs/sel-onboarding/getting-started/building-codes-supported.md).

# Building codes supported

How to find the building codes and design standards supported by ENERCALC SEL.

ENERCALC SEL supports the following building codes and design standards. It also includes databases of commonly available steel and wood sections and material properties.

### Supported codes and standards

| Material or scope | Standards                                  |
| ----------------- | ------------------------------------------ |
| Building Code     | **IBC 2024**, IBC 2021, IBC 2018, IBC 2015 |
| Design Loads      | **ASCE 7-22**, ASCE 7-16, ASCE 7-10        |
| Concrete          | **ACI 318-25**, ACI 318-19, ACI 318-14     |
| Masonry           | **TMS 402-22**, TMS 402-16, ACI 530-13     |
| Steel             | **AISC 360-22**, AISC 360-16, AISC 360-10  |
| Wood              | **NDS 2024**, NDS 2018, NDS 2015           |
| Wood Lateral      | **SDPWS 2021,** SDPWS 2015                 |

### State-specific modifications

ENERCALC SEL doesn't support state-specific modifications to governing codes and design standards. State-specific, agency-specific modifications are complex to add and maintain.

[Read more on ENERCALC's perspective here](https://enercalc.com/CBC2022).


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