The Pro Builder

MAY 8, 2023

The effect of local land-use policy on housing affordability is not often readily understood by those outside of the home building industry. Most local jurisdictions set maximum densities, usually expressed as dwelling units per acre, in their zoning standards to plan ahead for infrastructure needs.

Land Use Regulations 243

Land Use Regulations Zoning Building Codes Green Building 243

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 15, 2025

Building a home or commercial space is a journey that starts with a vision and ends with a completed structure. Lets explore the key stages of turning a building concept into a completed structure and how a construction company plays a vital role at every step. But how does an idea on paper become a reality?

Building Code Compliance 52

Building Code Compliance Material Handling Building Permits Building Codes 52

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

The starting price sits at AUD 80,000, and choosing the right builder needs careful thought to meet quality standards and regulations. The building journey goes beyond just construction schedules. Experience and track record Professional tiny home builders know specialised construction methods that go beyond regular home building.

Fire Protection System Installation 52

Fire Protection System Installation Building Code Compliance Plumbing Systems Fire Protection Systems 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 21, 2023

Simpson Strong-Tie , the leader in engineered structural connectors and building solutions, has introduced AT-3G, a new, all-weather hybrid-acrylic anchoring adhesive engineered to deliver a faster-curing, high-strength bond for cracked and uncracked concrete and post-installed rebar connections. Pleasanton, Calif.

Curing 130

Curing Building Codes Structural Systems Building Design 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

It is no secret that buildings make up a significant portion of yearly emissions, and this recognition has led to industry-wide efforts to find new ways to decarbonize and retrofit buildings. Part of this came with a commitment to measuring the embodied carbon of all of their projects within the buildings sector.

Building Codes 130

Building Codes Building Materials Building Design Building Standards 130

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 26, 2025

The post Top 10 Construction Defects: Prevent These Costly Building Mistakes appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Effective prevention strategies include comprehensive pre-construction planning, robust quality assurance during building, clear communication between all stakeholders, and thorough documentation.

Electrical Wiring Installation 52

Electrical Wiring Installation HVAC System Installation Fire Protection System Installation Plumbing Systems 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 1, 2024

Many Architects are embracing the WELL Building Standard (WELL) to address issues of human health and wellness. The importance of incorporating lifestyle into design does not stop at the walls of a building. We must also think about ways to improve design to promote a healthier and more sustainable lifestyle.

Sustainability 264

Sustainability Green Building Electrical Systems Site Planning 264

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 12, 2023

Prepared by PPI’s Building & Construction Division, PPI MS-7 Model Specification for Plastic Piping Materials for Ground Source Geothermal Applications applies to plastic piping materials for open- and closed-loop, horizontal and vertical, direct-buried, and submerged water-based ground-source geothermal heat exchange systems.

Piping Installation 130

Piping Installation Building Products Distribution Building Materials Building Codes 130

CCR Magazine

JULY 7, 2024

standing seam clamps have earned Florida Product Approvals (FPA) for High Velocity and Hurricane Zone (HVHZ)—marking a significant achievement in the rigorous realm of construction product approvals and permitting processes in the U.S. Clamps Earn Florida Product Approvals first appeared on CCR-Mag.com.</p>

Approvals 59

Approvals Building Materials Manufacturing Building Permits Building Standards 59

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

ENR Construction

OCTOBER 26, 2016

Supporters of an updated structural building-design standard, developed by the American Society of Civil Engineers, are breathing a collective sigh of relief after members of the International Code Council voted down an attempt to keep the standard, known as ASCE 7-16, out of the 2018 edition of ICC’s International Building Code and its other (..)

Building Codes 64

Building Codes Approvals Building Standards Building Design 64

Contractors Liability Blog

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Building Contractor License Fits contractors who work on building-specific projects, like remodels, renovations, and new builds. Class B (General Building Contractor): They’re in charge of putting up homes and commercial structures. Required from Clark County Department of Building & Fire Prevention.

Building Permits 52

Building Permits Fire Protection Systems Building Code Compliance Renewable Energy Systems 52

Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

Unfortunately, the use of exterior-grade waterproofing within interior space has fire- and life-safety code implications that require analysis. If the exterior-grade waterproofing is noncombustible, the fire- and life-safety code analysis is easy. Code requirements relating to fire safety. and 10.2.7.4)

Waterproofing Systems 105

Waterproofing Systems Fire Protection Systems Building Code Compliance Building Codes 105

Construction Specifier

AUGUST 17, 2023

Abraham Advancements in hurricane building science, continuous code improvements, and the success of code-approved products have made it possible to design more resilient structures in hurricane zones. Myers, is a testament to how far the building and testing industry has come.

Approvals 52

Approvals Building Codes Building Resilience Energy Conservation 52

Construction Specifier

AUGUST 17, 2023

Abraham Advancements in hurricane building science, continuous code improvements, and the success of code-approved products have made it possible to design more resilient structures in hurricane zones. Myers, is a testament to how far the building and testing industry has come.

Approvals 52

Approvals Building Codes Building Resilience Energy Conservation 52

The Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

EnergyShield is made with polyisocyanurate insulation, which meets International Building Code requirements as an approved WRB in the place of No. Though smaller and lighter than previous models, this series uses up to 34% less energy than a standard residential 50-gallon tank water heater, according to Rheem.

Energy Efficiency 246

Energy Efficiency HVAC System Installation Sustainability HVAC Systems 246

Extranet Evolution

AUGUST 8, 2023

“Legislating for data standards and publication will help to ensure that open, standardised data can drive an improved local plans system.” It also talks of “approved planning data software” (clause 82).

Environmental Consulting 95

Environmental Consulting Approvals Government Works Public Works 95

BD+C

DECEMBER 26, 2013

The Coachella City Council approved a proposal to build La Entrada, a 2,200-acre city within a city. Legislation Codes and Standards'

Approvals 55

Approvals Building Codes Building Standards 55

Building Information Management

JULY 16, 2012

July 16th, 2012 – NIBS Report - National Institute of Building Sciences Consultative Council . Per the NIBS Consultative Council there are four areas where our industry needs to focus highlights four in order to improve buildings and infrastructure. Codes and Standards Adoption and Enforcement.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 81

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Code Compliance Project Management Consulting Building Codes 81

Construction Marketing

JANUARY 17, 2023

If you have a commercial building, consider installing a solar power system. One of the best ways of installing solar panels in a commercial building is by placing them in an open area. You may install them on your building’s roof or the roof of a carport if there isn’t any adjacent clear, open ground.

Renewable Energy Systems 120

Renewable Energy Systems Roofing Systems Electrical Systems Energy Efficiency 120

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

Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 27, 2021

Writing a strong, generic specification for FRTW helps ensure code-compliant FRTW will be installed, competition will be encouraged, and ultimately performance and value for the owner will be delivered. The building and fire codes require FRTW to be impregnated with chemicals. Part 1: General. References. wide specimen.

Fire Protection System Installation 98

Fire Protection System Installation Building Codes Building Materials Manufacturing Fire Protection Systems 98

Construction Specifier

AUGUST 3, 2020

The codes governing their application are also changing to ensure their performance as a viable element of the building envelope. The International Building Code ( IBC ) refers to loads on sloped glass in Section 2404.2 approved plastics. for wind, snow, seismic, and dead loads. Potential breakage is key.

Building Codes 98

Building Codes Building Performance Measurement Structural Systems Building Materials Manufacturing 98

BD+C

AUGUST 27, 2014

The Houma-Terrebonne Civic Center and other public buildings in Houma, La., million would increase the Civic Center’s wind tolerance to the 130 mph standard required for the northern part of the parish located near New Orleans. Work would begin by the end of the year if the council approves the measure.

Building Standards 45

Building Standards Building Resilience Building Codes Public Works 45

UK Construction Blog

AUGUST 1, 2024

The post Key Services Offered by Assent Building Control appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Assent Building Control provides various services to ensure construction projects comply with regulations and run smoothly. Their expertise covers various aspects, from understanding building codes to managing project approvals.

Building Controls 59

Building Controls Fire Protection System Installation Building Code Compliance Safety Regulations 59

BD+C

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

The California Building Standards Commission recently approved emergency regulations enhancing the California Building Code (CBC) balcony and walking surface construction requirements.

Approvals 40

Approvals Building Commissioning Building Codes Building Standards 40

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 13, 2025

Zoning laws, building codes, environmental regulations, and permits all contribute to the overall expense of any construction project. Projects that require special variances, such as those in historic districts or areas with more stringent building regulations, may face even higher costs in securing the necessary approvals.

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Project Management Consulting Cost Control Real Estate Development 52

GCP Applied Technologies

APRIL 25, 2018

An eye-opening Forbes article revealed international building projects that went billions over budget. Here are issues to discuss with your project stakeholders to help get your global building project off the ground smoothly: What are the local building regulations? What are the local environmental standards?

Building Materials Manufacturing 87

Building Materials Manufacturing Land Use Regulations Environmental Consulting Building Standards 87

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

This month, we have more than 25 product releases across Autodesk Construction Cloud platform and products, including Autodesk Build, Autodesk BIM Collaborate, Autodesk Takeoff, BuildingConnected, and Assemble. This feature ensures a level of standardization is maintained without losing control of the project.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 105

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Change Management Project Management Cost Control 105

HardHatChat

JULY 23, 2012

Building Michigan Avenue flagship stores for international brands like Zara is a sweet spot for Englewood Construction. The other year we were building a handful of stateside stores for Michael Hill, a New Zealand-based jewelry retailer, which is 16 hours ahead of Chicago. So at 7 p.m. Municipality/U.S.

Building Code Compliance 83

Building Code Compliance Zoning Building Codes Building Standards 83

Autodesk Construction Cloud

APRIL 13, 2023

Working in partnership with Kemet Corporation , they set out to implement Autodesk Build, an Autodesk Construction Cloud solution, to improve their construction management processes to improve quality and cost control. But, the team stumbled upon a major roadblock while utilising the cost management module.

Engineering 98

Engineering Cost Control Quality Control Schedule Management 98

BD+C

JULY 23, 2014

The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors recently strengthened its green building policy, requiring higher standards for residential, retail, office and other construction projects seeking approval for rezoning. The policy was updated to include changes that have been made in rating systems of green buildings.

Green Building 49

Green Building Building Codes Building Standards Energy Efficiency 49

BD+C

JULY 31, 2014

approved the Building Energy Usage and Disclosure Ordinance (BEUDO) that requires benchmarking and disclosure of building energy performance for large commercial, institutional, and multifamily buildings. Regulations Codes and Standards' The City Council of Cambridge, Mass., Nine other U.S. Nine other U.S.

Building Codes 53

Building Codes Building Standards Approvals 53

BD+C

MARCH 13, 2014

In a nine to six vote, the North Carolina State Building Code Council on March 11 approved moving the commercial building code (except for the electrical code) to a six-year cycle for updating instead of a three-year cycle. Codes Codes and Standards'

Building Codes 45

Building Codes Approvals Building Standards 45

OmTrak

APRIL 23, 2024

OmTrak building manuals represent a vital tool in the successful delivery and maintenance of such complex Data Centre projects. Understanding OmTrak Before delving into the intricacies of building manuals for Data Centre projects, it’s important to understand what OmTrak is.

Building Code Compliance 79

Building Code Compliance Facility Management Schedule Management Fire Protection Systems 79

CCR Magazine

MARCH 7, 2025

Professional appraiser: Hire a credentialed expert who understands local pricing trends and probate-specific valuation standards before finalizing any list price. Buyers expect a sensible price, and accurate valuations build trust and confidence during probate negotiations. Generally, you must wait for court approval before selling.

Property Management 52

Property Management Approvals Building Code Compliance Inspection 52

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 Building Codes 59