Codes + Standards New York’s Superstorm Sandy rebuilding program making slow progress Two years later, more than 20,000 applicants are still waiting to have their homes rebuilt.
Codes + Standards Dallas considers ordinance requiring construction firms to provide breaks for workers Proposal reacts to study indicating one-third of workers get no rest breaks, two-thirds don't get water.
Codes + Standards Alamo Heights, Texas, bans wooden shakes and shingles on home exteriors The ban halts use in new construction and remodeling, but offers exemption for small replacement jobs.
Housing Zone* UNPUBLISHED House Sends Shot Across the Bow of the EPA on Water Rule The U.S. House of Representatives approved legislation that proponents contend would prevent federal overreach by the Environmental Protection Agency and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
Codes + Standards Professional builders, contractors impacted by Home Depot data breach The company is offering credit-monitoring services to those who may have been exposed.
Codes + Standards Growth of solar power expected to cause PV shortage Facing first shortfall in eight years, smaller installations could be put on hold
Codes + Standards Bel-Air, Calif., residents worried new home projects could destabilize hills Concerned citizens want stricter limits on underground construction
Codes + Standards New Minneapolis zoning regulations aim to preserve character of neighborhoods Home height limits, yard space, and construction materials are among the elements addressed.
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.
