For new construction after July 1, 2016, any rules adopted by the Department of Public Safety shall use as a basis for their development the International Building Code, the International Fire Code, and the International Mechanical Code, 2015 editions, and referenced standards which may be modified, amended, or deleted if the secretary finds that strict application of the code is impractical and, furthermore, that the modification is in conformity with the intent and purpose of the code or standards.
SDCL 13-25-15