Support Movable Tiny Homes in Building Code

Yes, I keep pushing this and I really want this to pass this time. I’m trying to help get the word out and also help a little financially as well. I would like personally invite you to consider it also. —Kent Tiny homes make sense — financially, environmentally, socially. But ... Read more The post Support Movable Tiny Homes in Building Code first appeared on Tiny House Blog.

More Watermark-certified products recognised

As part of the implementation of approved products certified overseas, MBIE has published a second set of recognition notices. These notices confirm that selected plumbing and drainage products certified under the Australian WaterMark scheme meet specific clauses of the New Zealand Building Code. The second set of WaterMark recognition notices cover approximately 38,000 products from […] The post More Watermark-certified products recognised appeared first on Building Today.

New York City Adopts New Energy Conservation and Building Codes

New York City is aligning its building code to be more closely aligned with international model standards and state requirements.

New York City Adopts New Energy Conservation and Building Codes

New York City is aligning its building code to be more closely aligned with international model standards and state requirements.

Granny flats building consent exemption now in force

The granny flats building consent exemption has now become law, and allows certain new, single-storey, standalone dwellings up to 70 square metres to be built without a building consent if:  • it has a simple design and meets the Building Code, • homeowners notify their local council before they commence building and once it is […] The post Granny flats building consent exemption now in force appeared first on Building Today.

The B1M - Why India Doesn’t Build Skyscrapers, 09112022

How building code restrictions (i.e. Floor Space Index) and water and electric infrastructures are limiting construction of high rise residential buildings in many cities in India