Codes and Standards

NMHC Survey Reveals Building Codes’ Impact on Rental Housing Development

Nearly 9 in 10 respondents say building codes are affecting costs and project viability.

Report: Resilient Construction Offers Strong Return on Investment

Affordable Housing Waterproofing Solutions

A Guide for Building Professionals in a Post-Pandemic Landscape

Energy-Efficiency Investments Have Reduced Emissions by 60% Since 1980

MFE Podcast: Developing with Tall Mass Timber

MFE Podcast: Seismic and Fire Safety of Mass Timber Buildings

This Stumptown Developer Dreams Big With Wood

MFE Podcast: The Impact of Tall Mass Timber Code Changes

Hazard Zone: The Slow Move Toward Multifamily-Friendly Rules

What’s Next for Puerto Rico Two Years after Devastating Hurricanes?

Lagoon Language Finalized for Florida Building Code

Multifamily Construction’s 7 Deadly Sins

Investing in Resilience Pays Off More Than Thought, New NIBS Study Finds

SDC Energy Helps Developers Profit From New California Solar Mandate

Support for Tall Timber Reaches New Heights in the Building Code

What It Takes to Withstand Mother Nature

The Durability Debate

Code Override: States and Cities Press Ahead on Efficiency Standards

What Does 100-Year Service Life Really Mean? Right Now, It’s Anybody’s Guess

How to Recession-Proof Rental Housing

Resilient Design Investment Pays Off Six-Fold in Future Recovery Costs

U.S. Conference of Mayors Adopts Unanimous Resolution on Energy-Efficient Construction

ZERO Code: How to Build a Carbon-Neutral Future

Could Your Electrical Panel Be Providing Unprotected Power?

When Less Space Invites More Regulations

New Mobile App Helps Design for the Growing Aging Population

Legislative Slowdowns Hurt Affordable Development

Sustainable Seattle Project Shows Off Green Design

Housing’s Tipping Point Is Now