DeepBlue SmartHouse is proud to announce a pivotal achievement for its advanced light steel framing system: the issuance of ICC-ES Evaluation Report ESR-5348, inclusive of dedicated California (CA) and Los Angeles (LA) Supplements. This endorsement officially validates the system’s full adherence to the rigorous requirements of the 2022 California Building Code (CBC) and 2023 Los Angeles Building Code (LABC) and Residential Code (LARC), positioning it among the elite building solutions pre-approved for use in these highly regulated markets.
This milestone represents a decisive advantage for construction professionals pursuing projects in California and Los Angeles. By offering a pre-vetted, code-recognized structural solution, DeepBlue SmartHouse substantially simplifies the approval pathway and instills confidence in developers, engineers, and contractors navigating complex local regulations.
Understanding the Certification’s Impact
ICC-ES Evaluation Reports are widely regarded as essential credentials for building product acceptance across the United States. The inclusion of region-specific supplements underscores DeepBlue’s commitment to meeting—and exceeding—regional safety expectations, particularly in earthquake-prone and strict fire-code jurisdictions.
Key Benefits for Your Projects:
Expedited Project Timelines: The pre-certified status of the DeepBlue system drastically shortens the permit review phase. Municipal plan checkers can readily accept the system’s documented compliance, minimizing delays, reducing requests for additional information, and accelerating groundbreaking.
Lower Project Uncertainty and Cost: With clearly established code conformity, developers avoid unexpected redesigns or last-minute engineering changes. This control over variables helps maintain budget predictability and lowers soft costs associated with prolonged approvals.
Enhanced Structural Confidence: The certification provides independent, expert validation of the system’s resilience in high-seismic regions and its fire-resistant properties. This ensures structures are not only compliant but also designed to perform under demanding conditions.
Alignment with Sustainable Building Goals: Crafted largely from recycled steel and fully recyclable, the DeepBlue system supports environmental objectives and helps projects qualify for green building certifications—an important advantage in eco-conscious markets like California.
Conclusion
DeepBlue SmartHouse’s receipt of the enhanced ICC-ES ESR-5348 report marks a new level of market readiness for innovative construction systems in strictly regulated regions.