Construction Dive

DECEMBER 3, 2014

Designers will have more flexibility to innovate and facilitate more energy-efficient buildings across America now that the outcome-based provision in the 2015 International Green Construction Code (IgCC) has been approved, but it remains to be seen just how much influence the new provision will have across the industry.

Approvals 128

Approvals Energy Efficiency Green Building Building Codes 128

BD+C

AUGUST 14, 2018

While the state of Pennsylvania will adopt the 2015 IECC energy efficiency building code on Oct. Philadelphia is one of the first jurisdictions to move to the latest code. The new state code represents at least a 28% efficiency improvement.

Building Codes 53

Building Codes Energy Efficiency Building Standards 53

BD+C

JULY 12, 2017

The new International Building Code now allows for the use of weather-resistive barriers above 40 feet high. Code restrictions had been designed to limit the use of combustible materials that might propagate flames.

Building Codes 40

Building Codes Building Materials Building Design 40

BD+C

NOVEMBER 20, 2014

The American Wood Council''s 2015 “Wood-Frame Construction Manual for One- and Two-Family Dwellings” (WFCM ) has been approved as an American National Standard by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). Standards Codes and Standards'

Approvals 53

Approvals Building Codes Building Standards 53

Wolgast Corporation

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

We hear about energy efficiency, greenhouse gases, renewable energy, and carbon emissions more frequently these days, but maybe not as popular is Net Zero Energy Building or Net Zero Energy Building Ready. Once this happens, an Owner can get their building Net Zero Energy Certified.

Renewable Energy Systems 118

Renewable Energy Systems Building Code Compliance Energy Efficiency Building Codes 118

Construction Specifier

JUNE 25, 2024

and Steven Gaynor, MBA Photo courtesy Tenmat New York City recently became the first jurisdiction in the country to reject and rewrite major sections of the International Building Code’s ( IBC ’s) language around fire protection in exterior facades. For decades, buildings have relied on intumescent materials for fire control.

Fire Protection System Installation 59

Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Building Code Compliance Wall Systems 59

Wolgast Corporation

JUNE 3, 2024

It’s good to be aware that some energy savings are now mandated by LARA in the State of Michigan when you build new or remodel (see our blog: Michigan Energy Code 2015 ). 1 E Source Customer Direct, “Managing Energy Costs in Office Buildings” 2 U.S. Contact your energy company for a complimentary report.

Energy Efficiency 62

Energy Efficiency Energy Conservation HVAC System Installation HVAC Systems 62

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 1, 2023

The benefits of offsite construction, which comprises the manufacturing, planning, design, fabrication, and assembly of building elements offsite are expansive. The panel of experts below, representing the construction, engineering, and building systems industries, explore and explain the many benefits of this alternative construction method.

Building Materials Manufacturing 246

Building Materials Manufacturing Steel Fabrication Modular Construction Building Information Modeling (BIM) 246

BD+C

APRIL 23, 2014

billion for construction, renovation, and repairs to federal buildings in fiscal year 2015 under the auspices of the U.S. Legislation Codes and Standards' The Obama Administration has proposed $1.7 General Services Administration.

Budgeting 65

Budgeting Building Codes Building Standards 65

BD+C

SEPTEMBER 9, 2019

A free app that calculates the maximum allowable heights and areas for buildings of various occupancy classifications and types of construction has been released. Users can input a given building geometry, site conditions (e.g., open frontage), type of construction, and occupancy.

Building Codes 80

Building Codes 80

CCR Magazine

MARCH 18, 2024

Building on a couple decades of deep collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to initiate lasting industry improvements in the field, Amanda is continuing this work at scale with Lendlease. Before and during early stages of BPE, Amanda also led sustainable construction and procurement efforts at The Durst Organization, from 2005-2015.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Building Standards Building Codes Building Controls 52

Construction Superintendent Magazine

DECEMBER 2, 2014

Cities and states looking at energy-efficient buildings to help meet energy goals are getting a boost from the 2015 International Green Construction Code. Four critical proposals that will drive significant improvements in building energy performance were adopted after final voting on the model energy code closed last month.

Energy Efficiency 40

Energy Efficiency Building Codes Green Building Building Standards 40

BD+C

APRIL 12, 2018

Energy codes mandating more efficient use of buildings—and, by extension, of building enclosures—are already being adopted by many states as a logical step in the reduction of energy consumption. . Compared with energy standards of just a few years earlier, the 2015 IECC sets a high benchmark for energy performance.

Energy Conservation 49

Energy Conservation Building Codes Energy Efficiency Building Standards 49

BD+C

APRIL 5, 2018

City leaders in Houston are considering new floodplain rules that would require buildings to be built above the 500-year flood level. Houston has experienced three “500-year floods” between 2015 and 2017. The current building code requires buildings to be able to withstand a 100-year flood.

Building Codes 72

Building Codes 72

BD+C

JANUARY 23, 2018

Specific disaster mitigation strategies that go beyond the requirements of the 2015 International Codes model building codes could save the nation billions of dollars, according to the National Institute of Building Sciences just issued Natural Hazard Mitigation Saves: 2017 Interim Report.

Building Codes 56

Building Codes 56

BD+C

OCTOBER 9, 2017

The American Wood Council (AWC) and WoodWorks released a public beta version of an updated app that calculates maximum allowable heights and areas for buildings of various occupancy classifications and types of construction.

Building Codes 66

Building Codes 66

BD+C

OCTOBER 15, 2019

Utah became the latest state to update its commercial building energy efficiency code from the 2015 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) to the 2018 IECC in July. The new code permits the use of the ASHRAE/IES 90.1-2016 2016 standard, giving building owners and design teams an alternative compliance path.

Energy Conservation 40

Energy Conservation Building Code Compliance Building Permits Building Codes 40

BD+C

NOVEMBER 26, 2014

The 2015 International Green Construction Code (IgCC) will include the option to use an outcome-based approach when complying with local building energy codes, the first time the IgCC has allowed this method. Codes Codes and Standards'

Building Codes 82

Building Codes Green Building Building Standards 82

BD+C

SEPTEMBER 20, 2019

The tool is based on the provisions the National Design Specification (NDS) for Wood Construction that is referenced in the 2015 International Building Code. The American Wood Council (AWC) has released an updated version of its free Connection Calculator.

Building Codes 53

Building Codes Building Design 53

BD+C

OCTOBER 30, 2014

The American Concrete Institute (ACI) has released the completely reorganized ACI 318-14: Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete. The 2015 International Building Code will reference this document. Codes Codes and Standards'

Building Codes 76

Building Codes Building Standards 76

BD+C

JANUARY 14, 2015

The American Concrete Institute (ACI) has released the Spanish edition of ACI 318-14: Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete. The 2015 International Building Code references 318-14. Codes Codes and Standards' A Spanish language inch-pound version has also been released.

Building Codes 59

Building Codes Building Standards 59

LDM Law

JANUARY 24, 2024

for the construction, alteration, or repair of public buildings or public works. Code § 3141 et. For federal contracts signed, renewed or extended from January 1, 2015 through January 29, 2022, the rate for non-tipped employees is $12.90/hour Notably, minimum wages were increased under Executive Order 14026. hour to $17.20/hour.

Public Works 52

Public Works Contracts Building Codes 52

Natural Building

MARCH 18, 2021

Narayan Acharya builds eco-friendly buildings in Nepal through his startup named Sustainable Future. His company has already constructed over 50 buildings. “We We use rammed earth technology to construct the buildings. But, we had to mix the cement in our construction as the building code of Nepal says so. “But,

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Building Codes Green Building Construction Machinery 52

NH Construction Law

JUNE 24, 2018

On June 12, 2018, Governor Sununu signed into law House Bill 1472 , repealing the state code for energy conservation in new construction ( RSA 155-D ) effective August 7, 2018. As with RSA 155-D, the 2009 IECC -- the version currently in effect in New Hampshire -- has different rules for residential and commercial buildings.

Building Code Compliance 40

Building Code Compliance Energy Conservation Building Codes Building Commissioning 40

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 4, 2023

” Pannu added, “We remain committed to our objective of building a strong sales pipeline. ” Pannu concluded, “Since going public in 2015, SHARC Energy has invested less than $35 million to create an industry and our products remain the premier scalable solutions for the Wastewater Energy Transfer market.

Renewable Energy Systems 130

Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency Electrical Systems Building Products Distribution 130

BD+C

JANUARY 8, 2014

Strengthened sprinkler regulations proposed for the 2015 National Building Code of Canada (NBCC) could help a movement to allow mid-rise wood structures. Revisions to the 2010 NBCC would increase the maximum wood building height to six stories, from the current four-story limit.

Building Codes 53

Building Codes Building Standards 53

BIM & Beam

APRIL 16, 2014

Wind loads generation, based on wind simulation, allows users to use the software to analyze the potential effect of wind loads on a structure, or to verify a code-based design approach.

Building Optimization 57

Building Optimization Building Codes Building Design 57

Construction Specifier

JULY 2, 2020

To this end, the 2015 version of the International Building Code ( IBC ) includes new provisions that relate to unvented enclosed rafter/truss assemblies and unvented attics. This insulation strategy has not changed in recent code iterations and is not discussed in this article. New rules and practical interpretation.

Roofing Systems 52

Roofing Systems Ceiling Systems Building Codes HVAC System Installation 52

Building Information Management

AUGUST 11, 2015

Instructions on building services interruption. Green Guide for Health Care™—A best practices guide for healthy and sustainable building design, construction, and operations for the healthcare industry. Air flow (from patient-occupied areas to constructionsite). Communication requirements-both internal and external.

Building Code Compliance 45

Building Code Compliance Environmental Impact Assessment Fire Protection Systems Facility Management 45

BD+C

JUNE 27, 2013

Conference of Mayors (USCM) passed a slate of sustainability resolutions that renew its commitment to local green building and clean energy efforts. The 10 measures passed include the support of resilient communities, stronger building energy codes, Tiger grants, and improving infrastructure. Codes Codes and Standards'

Energy Conservation 45

Energy Conservation Sustainability Building Codes Energy Efficiency 45

BD+C

AUGUST 14, 2013

The City of Philadelphia has begun to send out compliance notices regarding its Building Energy Benchmarking Law. The benchmarking law is designed to reduce citywide building energy use by 10% in 2015. Regulations Codes and Standards' Enforcement is expected to begin in October.

Building Code Compliance 68

Building Code Compliance Building Codes Building Standards Building Design 68

BD+C

NOVEMBER 20, 2013

The Window and Door Manufacturers Association (WDMA) was granted final approval of several amendments it proposed to the 2015 editions of the International Residential Code (IRC), International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), and International Existing Building Code (IEBC). Codes Codes and Standards'

Approvals 45

Approvals Energy Conservation Building Codes Building Standards 45

Natural Building

MAY 2, 2021

Most of each day will be spent practicing a wide range of hands-on natural building systems, some ancient and time-tested, others experimental. The building you see here is the building we will be working on. He helped organize the first Natural Building Colloquium in 1994. Instructors: Michael G.

Building Codes 52

Building Codes Building Design Structural Systems Wall Systems 52

GCP Applied Technologies

OCTOBER 1, 2018

Net zero building design and air leakage. Is it possible to create a building with a net energy consumption of zero? A ZNE building may not necessarily be “off the grid,” but over the course of a year, it will generate at least as much energy as it consumes from the commercial power grid. Phillip.fry@gc…. October 01, 2018.

Building Design 60

Building Design Renewable Energy Systems Energy Conservation Energy Efficiency 60

ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 2, 2014

The International Building Code 2015 requires new schools in high-risk states to have tornado shelters—but nearly 40,000 existing school buildings, it’s no step at all. Technology'

Building Codes 46

Building Codes 46

Construction Superintendent Magazine

OCTOBER 27, 2014

FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich. -- The American Concrete Institute officially released the completely reorganized ACI 318-14: Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete. The 2015 International Building Code will reference 318-14. frontpage'

Building Codes 40

Building Codes Building Design Engineering 40

Building Information Management

AUGUST 11, 2015

Instructions on building services interruption. Green Guide for Health Care™—A best practices guide for healthy and sustainable building design, construction, and operations for the healthcare industry. Air flow (from patient-occupied areas to constructionsite). Communication requirements-both internal and external.

Building Code Compliance 40

Building Code Compliance Environmental Impact Assessment Fire Protection Systems Facility Management 40