A certificate of occupancy is a document that certifies that a building complies substantially with the plans and specifications that were approved by the local building department or zoning authority ...

Building codes and local, state and federal laws can present a labyrinthine path to securing the approvals, permits and compliance with legislation required to commence construction of a new or ...

Occupant Load Determines Fire Code Application – Occupant load calculations help identify which fire alarm and safety regulations apply. Mixed-Use Buildings Must Consider Combined Loads – When ...

A free app that calculates the maximum allowable heights and areas for buildings of various occupancy classifications and types of construction has been released. The Heights & Areas Calculator, ...

The American Wood Council (AWC), International Code Council, and WoodWorks have released an updated version of the free app that calculates maximum allowable heights and areas for buildings of various ...