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COVID-19 forces building officials to explore remote video inspections

Construction Dive

Some building departments have been forced by the outbreak to introduce technology to their process, the International Code Council says, and those that have will continue using this method of inspection after the health crisis.

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Building Inspections: Careers in Building Inspection and Code Enforcement

Construction Placements

Building Inspections: Careers in Building Inspection and Code Enforcement Discover the vital roles of building inspectors and code enforcement officers in ensuring construction safety and compliance. Learn about career paths, certifications, and industry trends.

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Prefab ADUs: A Rising Trend in Affordable Housing and Off-Site Construction Solutions

The Pro Builder

At the same time, the construction industry is contending with its own set of challenges regarding workforce availability, jobsite safety, building quality, lack of materials, and building sustainability. Additionally, building in a controlled setting can reduce material waste, providing both environmental and cost benefits.

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Virginia Becomes First State to Adopt Offsite Construction Standards

The Pro Builder

Virginia Becomes First State to Adopt Offsite Construction Standards qpurcell Fri, 01/05/2024 - 09:17 The Commonwealth of Virginia has approved the adoption of ICC/MBI Standards 1200 and 1205 as a part of their adoption package of the International Code Council ’s suite of 2021 International Codes.

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Florida will allow virtual inspections, building code enforcement, permit issuance

BD+C

Florida is about to make virtual inspections legal statewide.

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American Concrete Institute’s New Certificate Program – Designing Concrete Structures Reinforced with GFRP Bars Using the ACI CODE-440.11-22

Civil + Structural Engineer

Co-sponsored by NEx: An ACI Center of Excellence for Nonmetallic Building Materials, the primary purpose of this program is to educate on ACI CODE-440.11-22 ACI CODE-440.11-22 ACI CODE-440.11-22 22 and the application of Glass Fiber-Reinforced Polymer (GFRP) reinforced concrete in the construction industry.

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New law mandates annual parapet inspections for NYC buildings

Construction Specifier

Starting January 1, 2024, New York City building owners must conduct yearly inspections of their parapet walls to address any safety concerns. Unlike the Facade Inspection Safety Program (FISP), which excludes buildings under six stories and follows a five-year inspection cycle, parapet observations must occur annually.