Title:
Mexico City Building Code Concrete Standards Committee
Author(s):
Sergio Alcocer
Publication:
Web Session
Volume:
ws_S26_SergioAlcocer.pdf
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Date:
3/29/2026
Abstract:
Mexico has a long tradition of using the ACI 318 Building Code Requirements as a basis for its concrete design standards—either as a direct reference in Mexico City and central and southern regions, or as the primary design code in the northern part of the country. Specific exceptions to ACI 318 have been incorporated into Mexico City’s standards to reflect distinct target performance levels, material availability, quality of workmanship, construction practices, and cost considerations. The main differences between ACI 318 and the Mexican concrete design standards will be discussed.