up to code

adv, adj — 2 senses

up to code

advalso spelled up-to-code
1

Following building codes; compliant with all relevant laws and regulations.

Of a building or other object

  • It's an old house, so we need to bring it up to code before we move in.
  • We need to install another emergency exit in order to be up to code.

up-to-code

adj
1

Adjectival adjectival of up to code

  • Make sure we buy an up-to-code property, we don't wanna fail fire inspection.

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