Codes + Standards California imposes stringent new water standards The state’s energy commission approved new standards on toilets, urinals, and faucets sold in California
Codes + Standards Builders responding to demand for more energy efficient homes Young adult buyers have ranked homes and products with Energy Star certifications as a priority
Codes + Standards D.C. may place height limit on rowhouses Rowhoses in the U.S. capital may soon not be taller than 35 feet
Codes + Standards Popularity of solar power has utilities scrambling to make up for declining revenue Utility companies are lobbying regulators to vote for a fixed monthly grid maintenance surcharge
Codes + Standards L.A. bans oversized additions and teardowns for McMansions City officials say the ban comes from a report that says oversized homes are threatening the character of neighborhoods.
Codes + Standards Firefighters push for home sprinklers but homebuilders oppose code change Home builders in Tennessee say adding sprinkles significantly raises a home’s price
Housing Zone* UNPUBLISHED More homeowners want sustainable, low-maintenance landscaping A less ostentatious, more environmentally yard is in popular demand
Products Federal commission investigates laminate flooring sold by Lumber Liquidators The flooring giant’s product allegedly contains unsafe levels of formaldehyde
Codes + Standards Florida Senate votes to preserve funds earmarked for affordable housing Voters in Florida passed a law to dedicate a portion of real estate transaction to preserve nature
Codes + Standards North Carolina bill would stop cities from dictating new home design Some lawmakers have argued that some cities had exceeded their authority
