Codes + Standards Backlash from utilities on rising demand for rooftop solar panels Some states levying additional fees for customers with PVs
Codes + Standards Los Angeles homes facing new reflective roof requirement City looking to cut down on urban heat island effect
Codes + Standards Authority of EPA, OSHA among top U.S. regulatory battles for 2014 EPA looking to control small bodies of water; OSHA moving against combustible dust
Market Data + Trends Housing markets continue to show gradual improvement The average market nationwide is running at 86 percent of normal economic and housing activity, according to the Leading Markets Index.
Codes + Standards Measuring whole building energy use among big changes in LEED v4 Water metering and outdoor water use reduction are among the newest provisions
Codes + Standards Three trends shaping the green construction industry Healthy building materials and environmentally friendly construction outcomes are especially relevant to homebuilders.
Codes + Standards OSHA may require company-wide reporting of injuries and illnesses Policy change could impact employers with as few as 50 workers.
Design Exploring Show Village 2014 Form meets function in this year’s event at the NAHB International Builders’ Show.
Market Data + Trends Exclusive Research: Builders expect even better days in 2014 Home builders generally are optimistic about next year, but slow consumer income growth and other headwinds are creating a fair amount of pessimism for some.
Codes + Standards Connecticut’s solar power fund boosts installation of PVs on homes statewide 2,160 residential solar systems contracts have been approved in the last 22 months
