Each column, a new author will feature an article from one of the International Code Council (ICC) building, fire, mechanical, plumbing, residential (one and two family), energy conservation, and ...

BROOKLYN, NY - Property owners in New York City are required to comply with building safety codes enforced by the NYC ...

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 ...

Building codes usually come up in the context of safety – a properly constructed building can help prevent injury or death from fires, earthquakes, and extreme weather. But they’re also essential for ...

Building codes and local, state and federal laws can present a labyrinthine path to securing the approvals, permits and compliance with legislation required to commence construction of a new or ...

The old adage “ignorance of the law is no excuse” makes clear that no one avoids legal liability by claiming to be unaware of ...

The State Fire Prevention and Building Code Council will meet March 31 at 10 a.m. via videoconference. The meeting will be held at three locations in Albany, New York City and Buffalo, with remote ...