Codes + Standards 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
Codes + Standards 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.
Codes + Standards 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.
Codes + Standards Local support is key to improving building codes The president of a Florida-based advocacy group cites increased safety as motivation for increased dialogue.
Codes + Standards 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.
Codes + Standards 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.
Codes + Standards Minnesota County wants to opt out of state building code Residents want to reduce taxes, rules, and regulations
Codes + Standards Longview, Texas, may update codes to avoid higher homeowner insurance premiums Company that rates city safety giving Longview second chance to improve status
Codes + Standards OSHA’s funding disclosure requirement for silica rule comments draws ire Agency cites need to avoid conflict of interest as basis for controversial requirement
Codes + Standards EPA publishes ‘best management practices’ rule on erosion, stormwater at construction sites New rule will apply only during construction phase of a project