Codes + Standards Building conditions key factors in specification or application of plumbing systems Toilet paper, pipe slope, and flush volume are key variables in determining whether drain lines might be predisposed to clog
Codes + Standards North Carolina law would reduce property tax on finished, unsold homes If passed, one builder says he can save $750 to $1,250 per home
Codes + Standards California Supreme Court upholds affordable housing requirements The state supreme court described the shortage of affordable housing as a crisis of "epic proportions."
Codes + Standards First valuation advisory for green and high performance property adopted The document provides voluntary guidance to appraisers on the background and competency necessary to credibly value green buildings
Codes + Standards California cities easing solar permitting By the end of September, cities must be in compliance with the new law
Sponsored Codes + Standards Beyond Code: Floor Framing Strategies for Satisfied Homeowners Beyond meeting the code, there are a series of design decisions and installation techniques that, when planned carefully, can dramatically improve occupant comfort and accent a builder’s offering.
Codes + Standards Many renters misunderstand qualifications to secure mortgages Misconceptions about entering homeownership prevails among renters
Codes + Standards New reflective roofing material said to outperform white roofs by 50 degrees The new roof product is being developed by The University of Technology in Sydney, Australia
Codes + Standards RESNET Develops Residential Water Efficiency Rating System RESNET launched a new Water Efficiency Rating index to give homeowners an indication of their home's water-efficiency.
Codes + Standards NGBS Green Certification Program Marks Milestone Home Innovation Reserach Labs recently achieved a major milestone with its National Green Building Standard certification program.