Setting Up Code Types

Code types are specific published codes, guidelines, ordinances, and so forth. Examples might include the International Building Code, published by the International Code Council (ICC), and the National Fire Code, published by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).

Note: Code types are not currently used in the public sector application.

You add, modify, and delete code types on the Code Type page.

Adding a Code Type

1. Select Common Setup > Code Type.

2. On the Code Type page, click Add.

3. On the Code Type Detail page, enter values for the following fields:

   Page Element	Description
   Code Type ID	Enter a unique code type ID for a specific code type. For example, enter IFC for International Fire Code.
   Name	Enter the complete name of the code type.
   Description	Enter a description of the code type.

4. Click Save.

Modifying a Code Type

1. Select Common Setup > Code Type.

2. Click a row on the Code Type page.

3. On the Code Type Detail page you can update the code name and description.

4. Click Save.

Deleting Code Types

1. Select Common Setup > Code Type.

2. To view a definition before deleting it, click the row to be deleted, then click the Delete button on the Code Type Details page.

3. To delete one or more definitions without viewing details:

   1. Click Edit.

   2. Select the check boxes next to the definitions that you want to delete.

   3. Click Delete.

      You will be prompted to confirm the permanent deletion.