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Are design-build contracts...

Are design-build contracts killing small architecture firms?

Are federal design-build contract laws unfair to small firms? AIA thinks so, citing an...
North Carolina bill would...

North Carolina bill would ban green rating systems that put state lumber industry at disadvantage

North Carolina lawmakers have introduced state legislation that would restrict the use of...
Los Angeles may add cool...

Los Angeles may add cool roofs to its building code

Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa wants cool roofs added to the city’s building code. He is...
USGBC to GAO: 'Schools...

USGBC to GAO: 'Schools need over $271 billion in maintenance fixes'

The Center for Green Schools at the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) has...

Are design-build contracts killing small architecture firms?

Are federal design-build contract laws unfair to small firms? AIA thinks so, citing an...

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New York City considers new construction standards for hospitals, multifamily buildings

By BD+C Staff on June 19,2013

Mayor Michael Bloomberg’s administration has proposed new building codes for hospitals and multifamily dwellings in New York City to help them be more resilient in the event of severe weather resulting from climate change.

More than 90% of New York City schools have code violations

on June 12,2013

More than 90% of New York City schools have at least one outstanding building code violation. Loose wires, stuck doors and inadequate ventilation are just some of the problems.