As part of an information-gathering venture, a bunch of
us from WIlmington (government-types, developers,
architects, etc) took a field trip to Trenton to discuss
the Code with folks there.  Everyone had glowing
comments, from the L&I inspectors on down.  We also went
to go see a few projects around town, and the concensus
seemed to be that these projects never would have
happened if not for the new code.  Developers found it
easier to deal with, inspectors found it easier, and
designers were more able to use existing conditions
instead of gutting and starting over.  Of course, the
state had lined-up all of these folks to talk to us...
:-)
Since that time, we have instituted a pilot program (our
"Rehab Subcode") based on NJ's code.  It's been in place
for 6 months, and I'm not sure how they will evaluate
it, or when they'll get around to doing so.

- Johnette
> In a message dated 01/18/2000 11:02:01 AM Eastern Standard Time,
> [log in to unmask] writes:
>
> > Why am I posting this to BPrs? I believe a conference on Building Codes with
> >  the suggested invitees needs strong input from the restoration and
> >  preservation contingency to voice possible conflicts and questions in
> >  Connecticut Building Codes that may adversely effect YOUR preservation
> >  efforts on important and significant buildings.
>
> I know NJ revised the state Building Codes as regards renovation of historic
> buildings fairly recently. I was just wondering, for anyone working here in
> NJ, how successful (or unsuccessful?) have these changes been in practice?
>
> Signed,
> Which end of the hammer is up?