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With Climate Events on the Rise, Material Selection is Critical for Long-term Resilience

Civil + Structural Engineer

As these extreme climate events continue to grow in number and size, owners are turning to architects, engineers, and construction professionals to deliver more resilient buildings without higher costs. Sustainability and resilience are critical factors in building design and construction. Can Cold-formed Steel Outperform Wood Framing?

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Contractors back New York’s Scaffold Law update

Construction Dive

Daily Dive M-F Tech Weekly Every Wednesday Infrastructure Weekly Every Tuesday Labor & Safety Weekly Every Thursday By signing up to receive our newsletter, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Yet safety advocates warn that diluting New York’s scaffolding law would make it harder for workers to recover damages.

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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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Adapting to Regulatory Changes: Navigating New Building Codes in 2025

Construction Daily News

And with a new year comes new codes that can muddy the waters even further. To help in this regard, keep reading as we explore some of the most effective strategies for adapting to new building codes in 2025. Look for updated IBC codes in the days and weeks to come. Regulations can differ widely across the nation.

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Understanding the Construction Laws | The United States

Prodyogi

Construction laws are a set of standard rules and principles followed to construct any building or structure in the country. In the United States, construction laws cover various aspects of construction projects like building codes, safety regulations, contract laws, environmental regulations, and labor laws.A

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Navigating Municiapal Codes and Processes for National Commercial Construction Projects

Commercial Construction Blog

For a national general contractor working with corporate construction managers who manage projects across multiple regions, one of the most significant challenges is navigating the intricate web of local codes, regulations, and municipal processes. Understanding local processes and codes up front can help mitigate these risks.