Community Composting Legislation

Composting has typically been viewed as a tedious (and sometimes smelly) backyard garden project. Yet as landfills overflow with wasted food and a changing climate depletes fertile land where crops…

Planner Perspectives

Planner Perspectives: Alyssa Kelly and John Trant

Community Planners work to create and implement pathways for improving and expanding cities, towns, and other areas. Their knowledge of land use, zoning ordinances, and critical infrastructure is more important…

Street Art and Murals Legislation

Street art and murals have long been a means of artistic expression, cultural representation, and community engagement. Beyond their visual appeal, these public artworks can play a crucial role in…

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Filmmaking Legislation

In Steven Spielberg’s 1975 thriller Jaws, the tiny seaside town of Edgartown, Massachusetts was transformed into the fictional shark-menaced Long Island community of Amity Island. In the classic film Groundhog…

Wind Farm Legislation

As the demand for renewable energy grows, wind farms are becoming a cornerstone of the global shift toward sustainable power generation. These renewable energy projects can offer substantial benefits for…

Staff Resources

…be cited as “The Code of the _______ of _________ ” or “the Code.” Even though the code is divided into parts, it is not necessary to cite the parts….

Conversations with Clerks

Conversations With Clerks: Laura Schwall

The Municipal Clerk truly is a community’s jack-of-all-trades, often overseeing multiple departments and performing numerous tasks daily to keep local governments and public services running smoothly and efficiently. Conversations With…

Native Plants Legislation

Native plants play a crucial role in maintaining fragile ecosystems that attract and support a variety of insect and wildlife species that are beneficial to the planet. Expansive commercial, agricultural,…

Upzoning Legislation

Upzoning Legislation

Affordable housing is a crisis-level issue affecting most communities across the United States. A key strategy for local governments seeking to address these challenges is zoning reform – specifically upzoning….

Why Your Municipal Code Matters

Why Your Municipal Code Matters

What makes your code of ordinances the most important document in your municipality? It’s more than just a collection of laws and regulations. It’s a statement. It’s your stake in…

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Historic Preservation Legislation

Across the country, communities are rediscovering the value of their historic assets— not only as a connection to the past but also as a launch pad for economic vitality, cultural…

Entertainment Noise Legislation

Entertainment Noise Legislation

Noise has long been an accepted part of the power, excitement and “fun” of the entertainment events and venues we enjoy most. For many, louder is better – in gym…

Solar Energy Legislation

Solar Energy Legislation

“Here comes the sun, and I say it’s alright.” That’s a sentiment widely shared by proponents of solar energy as the popularity of this clean renewable power source continues to…

Planner Perspectives

Planner Perspectives: Andrew Strniste

Have you ever wondered who decides what gets built in your neighborhood—and how those structures will look and function? And why are there certain types of businesses in one area…

Affordable Housing Mandates Legislation

Across the country, cities and towns are taking bold steps to ensure that affordable housing isn’t just a goal — it’s a reality. Through smart legislation and creative mandates, municipalities…

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Codification

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Municipal Clerks Honor Roll

Celebrating 25 Years in 2025 The wait is over – The list of 2025 honorees is now available! This year more than 300 individuals, from 33 states, received nominations. Congratulations…

Conversations with Clerks

Conversations With Clerks: Ronnie Shatzkamer

The Municipal Clerk truly is a community’s jack-of-all-trades, often overseeing multiple departments and performing numerous tasks daily to keep local governments and public services running smoothly and efficiently. Conversations With…

Conversations with Clerks

Conversations With Clerks: Toya Harrell

The Municipal Clerk truly is a community’s jack-of-all-trades, often overseeing multiple departments and performing numerous tasks daily to keep local governments and public services running smoothly and efficiently. Conversations With…

Open Burning Legislation

Open Burning Legislation

With the intensification of wildfires across the nation and in neighboring countries, we’ve all become more keenly aware of the inherent environmental and health risks associated with fires, even on…

Leaf Blower Legislation

Leaf Blower Legislation

For homeowners and landscapers, the leaf blower has become the tool of choice for keeping yards and work sites neat and tidy. With the ability of some models to unleash…

Conversations with Clerks

Conversations With Clerks: Jill Dix

The Municipal Clerk truly is a community’s jack-of-all-trades, often overseeing multiple departments and performing numerous tasks daily to keep local governments and public services running smoothly and efficiently. Conversations With…

Street Performers Legislation

Street Performers Legislation

Visit any downtown urban area and chances are you will cross paths with a guitarist, singer, dancer, or other performer showing off their talents amid the hustle and bustle of…

Municipal Codification

The 2025 Municipal Clerks Honor Roll is here — view the honorees now. Empowering Communities with Forward-Thinking Municipal Code Solutions Local government officials and staff, as well as constituents, need…

About General Code

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Online Code Portal

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Blighted Property Legislation

Blighted Property Legislation

Blighted properties are an ongoing challenge for most communities in the United States. And with the current affordable housing crisis, the topic is a rising concern for local governments. Many…

General Code Connected

service General Code Connected reflects our storied history of service and our long-held values of kindness and compassion. Through this initiative, our company and employees generously share time, talents, and…

Green Building Standards Legislation

Green Building Standards Legislation

To meet the challenges of climate change, municipalities across the nation are setting goals for greater sustainability, reducing gashouse emissions, being more energy efficient, and creating a healthier, resilient environment…

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Tree Canopy Preservation Legislation

Urban tree canopies are a vital part of urban life, offering environmental, health, and community benefits that make high population and densely built areas more livable. As municipalities continue to…

Trending Legislation: Social Hosting

As COVID-19 restrictions begin to loosen and larger gatherings take place, pre-pandemic concerns about underage drinking are returning. Communities are examining ways to curb this issue, including enacting local ordinances…

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Enhanced Graphics

enhanced zoning graphics Optimize Your Zoning Code Without Compromise Enhanced Zoning Graphics is designed to elevate your zoning code’s presentation for greater understanding — online with eCode360 or in print….

ICC Innovation

Digital Solutions to Empower Growth & Efficiency Focusing on digitally empowering municipalities to streamline operations, enhance transparency, and deliver exceptional service to their communities, General Code is proud to be…

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ICC Custom Services

custom building codes International Codes with a Local Focus ICC Custom Services allows your municipality to incorporate local code amendments into any or all of the 15 existing International Codes…

Swimming Pool Legislation

Swimming Pool Legislation

With warm summer weather on the way, backyard swimming pools will soon be gathering places to enjoy a cool dip to beat the heat. Whether you own a pool or…

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Company news Keep up with the latest from General Code General Code on the Road: Coast-to-Coast Connections in 2025 Find out where we’ve traveled, who we’ve met, and how we’re…

E-Bike Legislation

E-Bike Legislation

The Rise of E-Bikes Electric bikes, or e-bikes, have surged in popularity in recent years, revolutionizing how people commute, exercise, and explore urban spaces. With powerful electric motors assisting pedal…

Feral Cat Legislation

Feral Cat Legislation

There’s no doubt that cats rule the internet and have warmed the hearts of humans around the world for centuries. But while seeing them in memes can be highly entertaining…

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Interactive Zoning Map

Interactive Zoning Map The difference is in the (integrated) details MapLink™ helps constituents and municipal staff get quick answers to the most commonly asked zoning questions for properties within your…

Balloon Releases Legislation

Balloon Releases Legislation

No doubt about it, seeing the sky fill with colorful, helium-filled balloons can be an exciting and even breathtaking sight. But balloon releases also have a serious downside, and many…

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Municipal Staff Resources (CPC)

Municipal Staff Resources Code Publishing-originated codes Whether you’re new to your municipal position or an experienced official or staff member, we’re committed to helping you excel by providing the support…

MapLink Quick Start Guide

Quick Help Click below to find help with the different options from the MapLink homepage. You can find your community’s MapLink site at our Library page. Overview Interactive Zoning Map…

Homegrown Cannabis Legislation

Homegrown Cannabis Legislation

Evolving societal attitudes around Cannabis and its proven medical benefits have prompted more than 40 states to relax restrictions on or fully legalize the sale and use of the product. …

Kirk Franklin Receives Distinguished Alumni Award

We are excited to announce that Kirk Franklin, National Accounts Manager at General Code, has been recognized with the “Distinguished Master of Public Administration Alumni Award” by the Texas Tech…

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Training

Training Make your experience with our solutions the best it can be Webinars Training Opportunities Training Videos Attend a Webinar Choose a session from the listing below to learn or…

Connecting Coast-to-Coast with Municipal Leaders

Pennsylvania State Association of Bureaus Conference Throughout 2024, General Code’s Account Managers and representatives have traveled across the country, attending municipal conferences and seminars from the West Coast and the…

Request eCode360 Login

Municipal Employees: Request Your eCode360 Login With a login, municipal employees can enjoy full access to their municipality’s eCode360 tools. Complete the form below. Once we verify that your email…

Rutgers Municipal Clerks Study Guide

New Jersey Municipal Clerk Program Study Guide Information  New 4th Edition As Amended Through Supp 4 September, 2024 General Code in partnership with the New Jersey Municipal Clerks’ Association and…

Document Management

Document Management

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eCode 2024 Enhancements Preview

2024 Enhancements Preview See the sample interactive eCode screens below to get an advanced look at the many improvements coming to your eCode soon. Hover over the flashing icons for…

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