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ICC eyes building codes for 3D printing

Construction Dive

The council will hold its next public hearing for the standards Feb. 14, where it will discuss the results of the comment period that ended in January.

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Building Codes and Adaptive Reuse: Ensuring Safety and Health While Meeting Housing Needs

The Pro Builder

Converting nonresidential buildings into multifamily units increases the number of attainable homes in a community, and building codes play a critical role in that process

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Building codes aren’t climate ready, but changes are coming

Construction Dive

Risk is growing from flooding and wildfires, said National Institute of Building Sciences panelists, and builders are relying on outdated guidance.

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International Code Council to Highlight Key Role of Building Codes and Standards in Achieving Climate Resilience at COP28

Civil + Structural Engineer

The International Code Council will provide expertise and solutions for governments and the building sector to help address the changing climate Washington D.C. – The work of the International Code Council and similar organizations is to spotlight the need to incorporate the buildings and construction sector in climate discussions.

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DOE spurs new building energy codes with another $90M

Construction Dive

Construction-heavy states that lack the latest energy-efficiency codes are among the focus areas for this round of federal funding, a U.S. Department of Energy official said.

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UpCodes building code database draws ICC ire

Construction Dive

The International Code Council's copyright suit claims damages to its revenue model. The startup says its searchable platform gives users "free, unfettered access" to law.

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Wisconsin Senate committee rejects commercial building code update

Construction Dive

The proposal could have reduced energy use 30% across the state, saving residents and businesses more than $170 million, one proponent reported.