States and cities are debating building code changes—like single-stair apartments and relaxed electrical/fire rules—to reduce ...

On June 16, the Pagosa Springs Town Council passed the first reading of an ordinance to adopt the 2024 editions of the International Code Council (ICC) build series, Manufactured Home Standards, and ...

Farmington plans to replace its 2015 building and 2014 electrical codes with the 2024 ICC and 2023 NEC, now available for ...

As the United States faces a mounting housing affordability crisis, a debate is intensifying between home builders and code officials over how best to balance costs, safety, and long-term efficiency ...

What do spas, plumbing, energy conservation, and fire have in common? They’re all covered by DC construction codes. Here’s how you can get involved in the Department of Buildings’ code updates.