The City of Davenport uses several nationally recognized codes related to building construction and utilities. Codes are adopted by ordinance and codified in Davenport City Code.

Codes codified in the Davenport City Code for building, electrical, mechanical and plumbing systems are as follows. 

It is important to consult Davenport City Code in addition to recognized codes as local amendments to these codes may apply.

• Building:  2015 International Building Code, 2015 International Residential Code with Local Amendments, refer to City Code Chapter 15.12
• Electrical: 2020 National National Electrical Code with State and Local Amendments, refer to City Code Chapter 15.16. 
• Plumbing: 2021 State of Iowa Uniform Plumbing Code with Local Amendments, refer to City Code Chapter 15.28 
• Mechanical: 2021 International Mechanical Code with Local Amendments, refer to City Code Chapter 15.24
• State of Iowa Rule 661.303 Energy Conservation Code
• NFPA 54, Fuel Gas Code, Current Edition