Public Comment Period Opens for National Green Building Standard Updates
The 45-day public comment period for draft 2 of the 2024 NGBS begins on April 12, 2024
Public Comment Period Opens for 2024 National Green Building Standard Update
The 45-day public comment period opened Aug. 18, and comments must be submitted by Oct. 2, 2023
The Inefficiencies of the Latest Energy Code
The 2021 edition of the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) hampers the return on investment for builders and homebuyers
New RESNET Label Provides Home Energy-Efficiency Ratings and Certifications Info
A one-page, consumer-friendly label is now available for all homes in the RESNET Registry
Meet the Zero Energy Ready Home Program Version 2
The latest version of the ZERH program aims to push home energy efficiency and performance to the next level
Utah’s Housing Recovery Hinges on Federal Permitting Reform
Despite a fast pace of new-construction projects statewide, demand for housing in Utah continues to outpace supply. Local builders say reforming an outdated federal permitting process could help
Eliminating Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac a bad move, economist says
Such a move could lower home values, impact national economy
OSHA may assume fall-protection oversight in Arizona
Federal agency says current state standards provide insufficient protection for falls of 6 to 15 feet
Associated Builders and Contractors wary of federal overtime rules changes
Organization promises to explore all avenues to avoid harm to merit shop contractors
EPA clarifies Clean Water Act with revision
Builders have spoken out against the new rule, which aims to reduce confusion about when bodies of water are designated as federal
With some motivated by environmental concerns, tiny homes gaining buzz
A 2010 study finds cutting a home's square footage in half reduces carbon emissions by 36 percent.
After tornado devastation, Moore, Okla., upgrades building code
The city is believed to be the first in the U.S. to change building codes specifically for tornado resistance.
Local support is key to improving building codes
The president of a Florida-based advocacy group cites increased safety as motivation for increased dialogue.
Green mortgages can save homeowners money
Larger loan amounts cover a variety of energy-saving improvements such as geothermal heating and cooling, solar panels, and tankless water heaters.
Green building standards can help buildings become more storm-resistant
While they can be more expensive, green homes are built to last because they are often constructed with stronger, more sustainable materials.
Minnesota County wants to opt out of state building code
Residents want to reduce taxes, rules, and regulations
