Codes + Standards San Diego County moves toward code amendments to promote energy-efficient homes Changes could add $2,300 to new-home costs but would even out within 18 months.
Codes + Standards Marin County, Calif., moves to speed up approvals on sustainable construction projects Code changes are being driven by high demand for net-zero and other sustainable features.
Codes + Standards Minnesota Amish family taken to court for failing to install sewage system Denied a building permit, the family claims they've lived without a sewage system for years.
Codes + Standards Emerging smart-building materials could impact sustainability, resilience Bamboo could prove stronger than plywood
Codes + Standards Company officials charged with involuntary manslaughter in worker’s death Warnings of unsafe conditions had been issued to prior to the accident.
Codes + Standards Solar panel installation in Arizona requires multiple professionals Electrical connections and roof warranties are among the elements that must be considered.
Codes + Standards Napa Valley assesses impact on buildings after earthquake Downtown Napa has more than 150 buildings declared unsafe for occupancy since the quake.
Codes + Standards OSHA extends comment period on proposed injury and illness rule A proposed increase in electronic record keeping has raised concerns about privacy.
Codes + Standards Obama meets with construction industry leaders on immigration reform Changes could allow improvements for workers' spouses and low-skilled workers.
Codes + Standards Industry groups agree to streamline green building tool coordination and development The goal of coordination is easier adoption of green building codes and greater incentive for programs like LEED.
