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 Local builders say reforming an outdated federal permitting process could help
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.
Minnesota Amish family taken to court for failing to install sewage system
Denied a building permit, the family claims they've lived without a sewage system for years.
Emerging smart-building materials could impact sustainability, resilience
Bamboo could prove stronger than plywood
Company officials charged with involuntary manslaughter in worker’s death
Warnings of unsafe conditions had been issued to prior to the accident.
Solar panel installation in Arizona requires multiple professionals
Electrical connections and roof warranties are among the elements that must be considered.
Napa Valley assesses impact on buildings after earthquake
Downtown Napa has more than 150 buildings declared unsafe for occupancy since the quake.
OSHA extends comment period on proposed injury and illness rule
A proposed increase in electronic record keeping has raised concerns about privacy.
Obama meets with construction industry leaders on immigration reform
Changes could allow improvements for workers' spouses and low-skilled workers.
Industry groups agree to streamline green building tool coordination and development
The goal of coordination is easier adoption of green building codes and greater incentive for programs like LEED.
Growing trend of U.S. cities loosening zoning regulations
Focus is shifting toward the appearance and relationship between buildings and away from building use.
