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 Local builders say reforming an outdated federal permitting process could help
Codes + Standards
Intl. Code Council Eliminates Exception for Duct Leakage Tests
The International Code Council (ICC) passed a proposal to mandate more duct testing in order to reduce duct leakage, conserve energy, and reduce…
Innovation
Are Virtual Inspections in Your Future?
In the wake of COVID-19 restrictions, municipalities in some states have launched or expanded the use of remote, tech-driven building inspection solutions to keep projects moving
European Cities to Revamp Transportation After Pandemic Reopening
New urban transportation landscapes will be the order of the day in some major European cities after reopening following COVID-19 pandemic…
Washington State Construction Industry Restart Plan Has Three Phases
Washington State is developing a three-phase approach to restart the construction industry after a halt due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The state…
Minnesota Safety Rules Will Reduce Space for Rooftop PVs
New safety regulations in Minnesota will reduce the size of residential solar installations by at least 20 percent, according to a solar industry…
NAHB Loses Influence in 2021 IECC Building Code Development
Despite objections from the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), the development of the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC…
Energy Efficiency
2020 IECC Will Lead to Significant Carbon Emissions Reductions
The 2021 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) is nearly finalized. This model building code will be a vehicle for significant cuts in…
Apartment Management Firm Creates Program to Support Healthcare Workers
LYND, a firm that manages multifamily properties, has created a program to support healthcare workers fighting the COVID-19 pandemic. The program…
Stability of Affordable Housing Will Be Challenged in Wake of Pandemic
Historically, affordable housing has maintained stability during economic recessions. This asset class has better occupancy rates and more stable…
New York City Tightens Restrictions on Construction During Pandemic
New York City has strengthened its ban on nonessential construction, and the city’s Department of Buildings has stepped up enforcement. The…
