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Multifamily missing-middle housing at the farming stage of construction

Market Data + Trends

Uptick in Multifamily Missing-Middle Housing Construction

Recent data offer hope for additional supply of multifamily missing-middle housing

Feb. 26, 2025

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Quality Matters

Striving for Better Blower Door Results

Feb. 19, 2025

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Business Management

Get Ready for the National Housing Supply Summit!

Feb. 15, 2025

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Codes + Standards

Public Comment Period Open for the 2024 National Green Building Standard Update

Oct. 17, 2024

NAHB contends that efforts to federalize energy codes conflict with existing energy codes in 42 states and will lead to construction delays and implementation problems, as well as making new homes more expensive.

NAHB Pushes Back on Federalization of Energy Codes

Oct. 11, 2024

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Will Codes Move the Needle for Off-Site Construction?

Oct. 10, 2024

Despite improved zoning laws, pro-NIMBY groups across the U.S. are resistant to adding multifamily developments in their communities.

Planning + Development

Despite the Ongoing Housing Shortage, New Zoning Laws Continue to Receive Backlash

Sept. 17, 2024

The adaptive reuse of the Boott Mills complex, in Lowell, Mass., was a major piece of urban planning that adds both housing and mixed use to a rejuvenated urban waterfront. Built from the mid-1830s to the early 20th century, the mill complex underwent extensive exterior restoration to ensure architectural detailing and historical integrity was retained.

Building Codes and Adaptive Reuse: Ensuring Safety and Health While Meeting Housing Needs

Aug. 30, 2024

New commission policies for real estate agents are in effect as of Aug. 17, 2024.

Sales + Marketing

Assessing the Impact of New Real Estate Commission Rules

Aug. 22, 2024

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