Types of building

Types of buildings can be classified based on several criteria such as size, function, construction, style, design etc. However, the International Building Code (IBC 2018) and Uniform Building Code (UBC) categorize buildings based on occupancy and use.

Criteria from IBC and UBC are logical since they control the design and construction of structures. Added to that, each building type represent varying levels of hazard and risk to building occupants and adjacent properties.

Types of buildings Based on IBC and UBC

As mentioned above, the international building code classified types of buildings based on occupancy and use. main types of buildings are classified based on the occupancies and utilization of buildings used to determine subordinate buildings within certain type of building.

Assembly Buildings

Business Buildings

Educational Buildings

Factory and Industrial Buildings

High hazard Buildings

Institutional Buildings

Mercantile Buildings

Residential Buildings

Storage Buildings

Utility and Miscellaneous Buildings