Single-stair building code reforms are spreading as states and cities seek more small multifamily housing while maintaining ...

I’m having a house built, and it was designed to meet all building codes. Is it still a good idea to make periodic visits to the site, and if ...

New construction in Howard County is poised to be more energy efficient, after Howard County Council approved a new set of building codes this week. It's been years in the making for some advocates, ...

The updated set of model codes includes the National Building Code of Canada 2025, the National Fire Code of Canada 2025, the National Plumbing Code of Canada 2025, and the National Energy Code of ...

Building codes are a set of regulations that govern the design, construction, and alteration of structures. A general understanding of building codes helps all parties involved in design and ...

Building codes usually come up in the context of safety – a properly constructed building can help prevent injury or death from fires, earthquakes, and extreme weather. But they’re also essential for ...

You've spent months planning your dream renovation. The contractor's been hired, the materials are sitting in your driveway, ...

Code reviews must be performed before any and all construction is performed on any of UB's campuses. Building codes are the minimum design and construction requirements to ensure safe, accessible ...

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- More than 600 new updates to city Department of Buildings (DOB) construction codes meant to improve safety and incorporate the latest in building technologies were passed ...