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IMPORTANT BUILDING CODE UPDATE

2021 International Codes will take effect on January 1, 2026 Last week the Pennsylvania Independent Regulatory Review Commission (IRRC) reviewed and approved the rule making updating 34 Pa. Code, Part XIV, Chapters 401 and 403 (Pennsylvania UCC).  The effect of this action is the updates to the Uniform Construction Code of Pennsylvania, including the move to the 2021 International Codes
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Emerging Professional and Young Architect Leadership Positions Available

November 4, 2025
Connect. Collaorate. Lead. Join the AIA Pennsylvania State Emerging Professionals Committee AIA Pennsylvania has statewide leadership positions available for Emerging Professionals and Young Architects! Step Into Leadership: Shape the Future of Architecture in Pennsylvania Are you passionate about advancing your career and giving back to the profession?AIA Pennsylvania is seeking motivated Emerging Professionals (EPs) and Young Architects to join our
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code update

IMPORTANT BUILDING CODE UPDATE

October 29, 2025
2021 International Codes will take effect on January 1, 2026 Last week the Pennsylvania Independent Regulatory Review Commission (IRRC) reviewed and approved the rule making updating 34 Pa. Code, Part XIV, Chapters 401 and 403 (Pennsylvania UCC).  The effect of this action is the updates to the Uniform Construction Code of Pennsylvania, including the move to the 2021 International Codes
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AIA National Website Outage and Update

October 27, 2025
AIA National is bringing exciting enhancements to AIA.org that will require a temporary system outage next weekend. To help you prepare, they have provided additional details. Here’s what you need to know: Timing: Deployment will begin October 31 at 8:30 pm ET and continue through November 2 at 6 pm ET. During this window, most systems will be unavailable as they
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AIA PA takeaways from Mayor Wanda Williams State of the City Address

October 21, 2025
The Harrisburg Regional Chamber recently hosted Harrisburg Mayor Wanda Williams for her State of the City address. We’re pleased to share key highlights that demonstrate the Capitol City’s commitment to growth, accountability, and community investment.  Architects have a vested interest in the conversation surrounding the revitalization of the city, the improvement and development of its community spaces, the reuse of
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AIA National Awards Program Open For Submissions

October 16, 2025
We’re excited to share several AIA National award opportunities currently available that recognize design excellence and innovation. Prepare your submissions and represent AIA PA and your firms on the national architecture stage.
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AE Works Welcomes Jose Galindo as Chief Technology Officer 

October 14, 2025
AE Works is excited to welcome Jose Galindo as Chief Technology Officer (CTO). Jose is a technology-driven leader with 20 years of experience in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry. He is recognized for advancing digital transformation through expertise in BIM, computational design, cloud-based workflows, process automation, and data analytics. His leadership has guided major technology initiatives, including enterprise software
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Op-Ed: Central PA is building something big, and architects are laying the foundation

October 7, 2025
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Stephen Swarney named 2025 AIA Component Executive of the Year

September 16, 2025
Statement from AIA PA Board President On behalf of the AIA Pennsylvania Board of Directors, I am thrilled to congratulate our very own Stephen Swarney, J.D., on receiving the Component Executive of the Year award. Under Steve’s transformational leadership since 2013, AIA Pennsylvania has achieved what many thought impossible—from the historic passage of Act 144 of 2024, establishing mandatory continuing
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AIA Young Architects Forum Newsletter: August 2025

September 10, 2025
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WITF The Spark and AIA PA Discuss Harrisburg Revitalization

September 9, 2025
AIA Pennsylvania architects Chris Dawson, AIA and Vern McKissick, AIA, A4LE, LEED AP sat down with Asia Tabb of WITF, Inc.’s The Spark to share an architect’s perspective on the revitalization of Harrisburg. If you miss the live stream, the episode will be available on The Spark podcast after airing.
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