> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.enercalc.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.enercalc.com/sel-faq/using-the-software/general-operation/building-codes.md).

# Supported Building Codes and Design Standards

Which building codes and design standards ENERCALC SEL supports, and options when your code is not listed.

## What Building Codes and Design Standards does the software support?

Click here to view: [Supported Building Codes and Design Standards](https://enercalc.com/governing-codes-design-standards/)

Databases of all commonly available steel and wood sections and materials properties are also included.

## What options are available if my desired Building Code (such as CBC) is not supported?

The first step is to ensure that you are using the latest available build by updating with the following link: [B20 Installer/Updater](https://install.enercalc.com/ECSEL20_SETUP.EXE)

After updating, if you still don't see the code you are looking for, the following may help.

The Building Code Information **Code Compliance Note** tab now offers the option to include a state-specific code compliance note on each page of the printed report. Generic text is offered to assist in structuring a note that serves your specific purposes.

![](https://1076748670-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FtBL2fEQRwrlKSM2irFL0%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-ef4aad5a676362e65be96db5048987b7211a226f%2FBuilding%20Code%20Information%20-%20State-Specific%20Code%20Compliance%20Note.png?alt=media)

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Here is more info on the specifics of CBC: <https://enercalc.com/cbc2022>


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