Elevator Code Requirements and Regulations by Jurisdictions
Different jurisdictions have differing elevator code requirements and elevator regulations for mandated safety inspections. Understanding elevator building codes and local jurisdiction requirements is essential for maintaining compliance and avoiding violations. Currently, we provide mandated safety inspections for a large number of US locations and Alberta, Canada, where the regulations provide for independent inspection companies.
For example, in the US, there are hundreds of Authority Having Jurisdictions (AHJs), each with their own specific requirements. Jurisdictions are not necessarily bound to state lines, county lines, or zip codes. Some jurisdictions perform their own inspections or have contracted with a single inspector.
The information below is provided as a courtesy and may change at any time. Contact us for guidance on compliance issues.
| Location | AHJ | Inspector |
| Alabama | AL Elevator Safety Review Board | Third Party Inspected |
| Alaska | State Managed | |
| Arizona | Industrial Commission of AZ | Third Party Inspected |
| Arkansas | AR Dept. of Labor & Licensing | Third Party Inspected |
| California | CA Division of Occupational Safety and Health | State Managed |
| Colorado | CO Oil and Public Safety | Third Party Inspected |
| Connecticut | CT Dept. of Administrative Services | State Managed |
| Delaware | DE Code | Third Party Inspected |
| District of Columbia | DC Dept. of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs | Third Party Inspected |
| Florida | FL Dept. of Business & Professional Regulation | Third Party Inspected |
| Georgia | GA Office of Insurance and Safety | Third Party Inspected |
| Hawaii | HI Occupational Safety and Health | State Managed |
| Idaho | Elevator Safety Program | State Managed |
| Illinois | IL Elevator Safety Division | Third Party Inspected |
| Indiana | ID Elevators & Amusement Rides | State Managed |
| Iowa | IA Elevator Safety Board | Third Party Inspected |
| Kansas | Third Party Inspected | |
| Kentucky | KY Dept. of Housing, Buildings & Construction | State Managed |
| Louisiana | LA State Fire Marshal | State Managed |
| Maine | ME Elevator and Tramway Safety Program | Third Party Inspected |
| Maryland | MD Division of Labor & Industry | Third Party Inspected |
| Massachusetts | MA Board of Elevator Regulations | State Managed |
| Michigan | MI Elevator Division | State Managed |
| Minnesota | MN Dept. of Labor & Industry | State Managed |
| Mississippi | MS Insurance Dept. | Third Party Inspected |
| Missouri | MO Elevator Safety Unit | Third Party Inspected |
| Montana | State Managed | |
| Nebraska | NE State Fire Marshal | State Managed |
| Nevada | NV Mechanical Compliance Section | Third Party Inspected |
| New Hampshire | NH Dept. of Labor | State Managed |
| New Jersey | NJ Elevator Safety Unit | State Managed |
| New Mexico | Third Party Inspected | |
| New York | Third Party Inspected | |
| North Carolina | NC Dept. of Labor | State Managed |
| North Dakota | State Managed | |
| Ohio | OH Division of Industrial Compliance | State Managed |
| Oklahoma | OK Elevator Escalator Program | Third Party Inspected |
| Oregon | OR Building Codes Division | State Managed |
| Pennsylvania | PA Labor & Industry Enforcement | Third Party Inspected |
| Rhode Island | RI Elevator Section | State Managed |
| South Carolina | SC Office of Elevators & Amusement Rides | Third Party Inspected |
| South Dakota | State Managed | |
| Tennessee | TN Elevator Unit | State Managed |
| Texas | TX Dept. of Licensing & Regulation | Third Party Inspected |
| Utah | UT Boiler & Elevator Safety Program | State Managed |
| Vermont | VT Division of Fire Safety | Third Party Inspected |
| Virginia | Third Party Inspected | |
| Washington | WA Dept. of Labor & Industries | State Managed |
| West Virginia | WV Division of Labor | Third Party Inspected |
| Wisconsin | Madison Elevator Inspections | Third Party Inspected |
| Wyoming | WY State Fire Marshal | State Managed |
Navigating Jurisdictional Compliance of Elevator Regulations
Elevator code requirements can vary by state, province, city, building type, and the local AHJ. As a result, jurisdictional compliance for one property may look different from compliance for another property, even within the same state.
Many elevator regulations and requirements are based on recognized standards such as ASME A17.1 / CSA B44, but each AHJ is responsible for adopting and enforcing the codes.
Because elevator AHJ requirements are subject to change, it can be challenging for facility owners and property managers to meet deadlines, fulfill documentation requirements, and align with inspection rules. As an independent partner with North America's largest inspection network, ATIS can help you navigate the process with confidence and keep your elevators compliant.
The Role of Elevator AHJ Requirements
An AHJ is the agency or organization responsible for interpreting and enforcing elevator code. Depending on the location, the AHJ may be a state department, city building office, provincial authority, or another regulatory body.
The AHJ plays a central role in elevator compliance. It determines which code edition applies, how local amendments are enforced, how often inspections are required, and what documentation needs to be submitted. The AHJ may also decide whether inspections can be performed by approved third-party elevator inspectors or must be handled by the state or local authority.
ATIS helps clients understand elevator inspection requirements by jurisdiction and coordinate required inspections where third-party inspection is permitted. We also manage the compliance process across complex property portfolios.
The Third-Party Elevator Inspection Advantage in Compliance
In jurisdictions that permit third-party elevator inspection, property owners and facility managers can work with an approved independent inspection provider to complete required inspections while following the local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) process. Third-party inspections offer unique advantages, including:
Objective Insights
Third-party inspectors have no ties to the equipment manufacturer or maintenance provider. They offer unbiased and objective elevator evaluations based on relevant standards and regulations.
Support for Multisite Portfolios
If you manage elevators across multiple jurisdictions, third-party inspection support can help you organize different timelines, inspection requirements, and documentation needs.
Improved Documentation
An experienced provider can help ensure inspection reports and related documentation are prepared in accordance with the proper AHJ process.
Managing Elevator Compliance Across Multiple Jurisdictions
Managing elevators across multiple locations means managing different inspection timelines, AHJ requirements, documentation processes, and local code interpretations.
ATIS helps simplify that process with national reach and in-depth code expertise, allowing you to align each elevator in your portfolio with applicable regulations. Our inspections program includes access to the ATIS Alert platform, which provides centralized, real-time visibility of your entire portfolio, tracking inspections, violations, and compliance.
Partner With ATIS
If you're not sure which AHJ applies to your property or whether third-party elevator inspection is permitted in your jurisdiction, ATIS can help. We'll guide you through local elevator regulations, coordinate required inspections where allowed, and support compliance across single-site and multisite portfolios. Contact ATIS today to connect with an elevator compliance expert.