Missing Egress Windows - The Silent Safety Trap Building a bedroom in the basement without an egress window is a serious code violation and a major safety hazard. Many homeowners think they can simply ...

A new rental ordinance is in the works by Council Vice President Tim Goldammer. In June, the Mitchell City Council rejected a ...

New York City Council approved legislation establishing a standalone 'Existing Building Code' regulatory framework to overhaul decades-old requirements and improve compliance and safety while easing ...

"The reality of it is, if you're exposing dry wall, you need a permit," said one Long Island-based professional.

The New York City Council approved legislation establishing an Existing Building Code (EBC), a standalone regulatory framework overhauling decades-old requirements that often slowed construction and ...

A San Francisco woman has been on a yearslong quest to bring two small ADUs to code. She's faced an uphill battle every step ...

Modern homes burn much faster than they did 50 years ago, giving residents as little as two minutes to escape before ...

The Paso Robles City Council met on Tuesday at its temporary meeting location of Centennial Park for a regular meeting. The meeting began with […] ...

OpenAI cautions that upcoming AI models could heighten cyberattack risks, prompting stronger defenses across the globe.

Maryland homes may hide code violations that lead to fines or safety risks, from basement bedrooms to decks, lighting, and ...