NASSCO spent nearly two years advocating for the removal of language in the Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) that banned the use of CIPP and other trenchless technologies to replace cast iron pipes and fittings. Recently, in response to its petitions, NASSCO received a decision from the IAMPO (International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials) board of directors that reversed this ban.
The prohibitive language for existing sewers was included in Section 715.3 of the 2018 Edition of the UPC and the 2021 Edition of the UPC:"Replacement of existing building sewer and building storm sewers using trenchless methodology and materials shall be
