CODE DEVELOPMENT
IAPMO Codes are developed in accordance with an American National Standards Institute (ANSI) accredited development process
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Schedule of Appeals
to the IAPMO Standards Council
November 13, 2025
The IAPMO Standards Council will meet on November 13, 2025, to hear appeals to the proposed 2027 editions of the Uniform Plumbing Code and Uniform Mechanical Code. All appeals will be heard at IAPMO Group World Headquarters West located at 4755 E. Philadelphia Street, Ontario, California. More information related to appeals can be found in the Regulations Governing Committee Projects at Section 1-6. A virtual option is available if you choose to attend virtually.
Appeals that have been submitted on time to the Secretary of the IAPMO Standards Council are listed below. If you would like to participate in any of the appeals, please contact Hugo Aguilar or Gaby Davis. Hugo can be reached via email at Codes-dept@iapmo.org and Gaby can be reached via email at Gaby.Davis@iapmo.org. Written submissions (see Regulations at 1-6.4) in support or opposition to an appeal must be submitted to Hugo Aguilar no later than 48 hours prior to the scheduled hearing date and time. All times listed are Pacific Standard Time.
November 13, 2025
| Time |
Appeal No. |
Appellant Name & Organization |
Code Sections |
Item No(s) |
ROP & ROC Pages |
| 9:00 am to 10:00 am |
Tom Bowman |
UPC 702.0 - 702.5, 708.2, Table 1701.1, Table 1701.2 |
UPC 156 (PC 2) |
ROP page: 288 ROC page: 243 |
|
| 10:00 am to 11:00 am |
Eli Howard |
UMC 602.1, 602.2 |
UMC 107 UMC 107 (PC 1 through PC 7) |
ROP page: 187 ROC page: 208 |
|
| 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
Phil Trafton/ April Trafton |
UMC 602.1, 602.2 |
UMC 107 UMC 107 (PC 1), (PC 6), (PC 7) |
ROP page: 187 ROC page: 208 |
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Phil Trafton/ April Trafton |
UMC 602.4.2
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UMC 109 UMC 109 (PC 1) |
ROP page: 192 ROC page: 236 |
Interested parties are encouraged to download the ROC's on the following links:
Interested parties are encouraged to download the ROP's on the following links:
2025 USPSHTC REPORT ON PROPOSALS
2025 USHGC REPORT ON PROPOSALS
Interested parties are encouraged to download the ROP on the following link:
The 2027 UPC/UMC Code Development Timeline is now available for download.
The 2027 USPSHTC/USHGC Code Development Timeline is now available for download.
The 2027 WESTAND Code Development Timeline is now available for download.
The IAPMO Codes Portal connects the industry with the IAPMO code development process. IAPMO urges its members and other interested parties to get involved in the code development process to ensure effectiveness in preserving the public health, safety, and welfare through fair and balanced development of the Uniform Codes. Installers, plumbing and mechanical officials, the construction industry, engineers, and manufacturers all benefit from a cooperative effort in developing codes.
The IAPMO Codes app provides mobile access to IAPMO's published codes, such as the Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC), Uniform Mechanical Code (UMC), and others. It allows users to view their purchased code books, make annotations and voice recordings, and access code-related information, even offline. The app also facilitates engagement with the code development process, including access to timelines, notifications, and contact information for technical staff. 
With its Uniform Plumbing Code; Uniform Mechanical Code; Uniform Solar, Hydronic and Geothermal Code; Uniform Swimming Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Code; and Water Efficiency and Sanitation Standard (WE•Stand) designated as American National Standards, IAPMO is proud to utilize an open consensus process accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) in its code development practice.
Click here to learn more about the IAPMO Codes and Standards development process.
(Four Step Process)
(Three Step Process)
IAPMO gathers the largest assembly of plumbing and mechanical experts in the world at its annual education and business conference, where anyone — members and non-members alike — can have a voice on proposed changes to the code.
The purpose of the IAPMO code development process is to ensure the continued development and maintenance of the Uniform Codes with the following goals in the forefront:
IAPMO urges its members and other interested parties to get involved in the code development process to ensure that these goals are maintained. Installers, plumbing and mechanical officials, the construction industry, engineers, and manufacturers all benefit from a cooperative effort in developing codes.
