Codes + Standards New Jersey considers grants for microhomes for low-income residents Proposed three-year pilot would allot $5 million for homes 300 sf or less
Codes + Standards Solar panels standard on thousands of new homes in the West Program could save homeowners 20 percent on solar power
Codes + Standards Mayor backs reform of Pittsburgh inspection, permitting practices Land use and management will also be a focus to improve efficiency and productivity.
Codes + Standards Coalition pushes for update to New York State’s building code Bringing state codes up to 2015 ICC standards would simplify interstate development.
Codes + Standards Fraunhofer Center completes first installation of Plug and Play PV System Implementation of the system could cut installation costs of solar electricity more than half by 2020.
Codes + Standards Decatur, Ga., approves development ordinances that boost energy efficiency New residences must be built to one of three recognized green standards.
Codes + Standards Shea Homes the subject of Seattle’s largest class-action lawsuit Homeowners in Trilogy Redmond Ridge development are complaining of improper roof flashing, poor sealing.
Codes + Standards Revisions to bank mortgage-lending penalty guidelines take effect With a better idea of when they could be penalized for lending to unqualified applicants, banks should ease credit requirements.
Codes + Standards Roofing material manufacturers extend research project on sustainable roofing New York-based study evaluates benefits of thermal insulation and cool roofing in northern climates.
Codes + Standards Fannie Mae, Detroit Land Bank Authority partner to stabilize neighborhoods Foreclosed properties will go to the Land Bank, which will determine the best use for the community.
