Most homeowners assume that if a house was legal when it was built, it will stay that way. The surprise comes when you open ...

Before you get started on that roof replacement be sure to check into local laws surrounding permitting for these kinds of ...

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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 ...

Single-stair building code reforms are spreading as states and cities seek more small multifamily housing while maintaining fire safety.

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 ...