The first building code in the U.S. was in 1625, addressing fire safety for roof coverings. In 1630, building codes in Boston outlawed wood chimneys and thatch roofs. And in the 1770s, following a recommendation from George Washington, building codes in Washington, D.C. imposed height restrictions on wood-frame buildings. In the 250 years since, states, counties and other municipalities have adopted a variety of building codes, challenging builders to quickly adapt their construction practices.
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