In a significant advancement for the construction industry, DeepBlue SmartHouse proudly announces that its innovative light steel framing system has received comprehensive evaluation and recognition through ICC Evaluation Service (ICC-ES) Report ESR-5348. This critical milestone is amplified by the official inclusion of both the California (CA) Supplement and the Los Angeles (LA) Supplement, formally confirming the system’s full compliance with the most stringent regulatory environments in the United States: the 2022 California Building Code (CBC) and the 2023 Los Angeles Building Code (LABC) & Los Angeles Residential Code (LARC).
This achievement is far more than a mere accreditation; it represents a master key for developers, architects, and builders aiming to execute projects with confidence in California and Los Angeles. It eliminates a major barrier to entry, streamlining the permitting process and providing verifiable proof that the DeepBlue SmartHouse system meets the exceptional demands for seismic resilience and fire safety mandated by these jurisdictions.
ESR-5348 (The National Report): This base report confirms that the DeepBlue SmartHouse light steel framing system is recognized as a reliable and code-compliant building material for structural applications across the United States, in accordance with the International Building Code (IBC) and International Residential Code (IRC).
The DeepBlue Advantage: Saving Time, Reducing Cost, Mitigating Risk
For development projects, time is money, and uncertainty is risk. The DeepBlue SmartHouse certification directly addresses these core business challenges.
Dramatically Accelerated Permitting Process: The journey from design to permit approval is often lengthy and fraught with requests for additional information (RFIs), particularly concerning alternative materials. By utilizing a system with a pre-approved ICC-ES report including CA and LA Supplements, developers can present a complete, code-approved package to building officials. This significantly reduces review cycles, cuts through bureaucratic red tape, and gets shovels in the ground faster, translating to substantial savings in holding costs and earlier project completion.
A Future-Proof Building Solution: The DeepBlue system is not only strong and safe but also sustainable. Made from recycled steel and being 100% recyclable at the end of its life, it aligns with California’s strong environmental ethos and green building initiatives. Its precision engineering
