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Tall Mass Timber code proposals approved at Intl. Code Council public comment hearings
Fourteen tall mass timber code change proposals were approved during the International Code Council (ICC) public .....»»
FEMA, ICC release updated guide on integrating I-Codes into floodplain management regulations
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the International Code Council have released an updated guide on integrating I-Codes into floodplain management regulatory processes related to structures, buildings, and other development......»»
Reports from Intl. Code Council focus on expanding use of shipping containers as building materials
The ICC Evaluation Service (ICC-ES), a member of the International Code Council Family of Companies, recently issued three evaluation reports that help expand use of shipping containers as building materials......»»
Intl. Code Council releases Natural Disaster Preparedness Guide
The International Code Council released a Natural Disaster Preparedness Guide to help communities plan ahead for hurricane seaso.....»»
Mass timber comes of age: Code consideration, evolving supply chain promise new options for tall wood buildings
Judging by the outcome of the International Code Council (ICC) Group A Committee Action Hearing, April 15-23, in Columbus, Ohio, it’s likely .....»»
As ICC prepares to vote on codes for tall wood buildings, opposition is still strong
As The International Code Council prepares for a vote on new code provisions that would allow wood-framed structures up to 18 stories high, concerns and opposition are still strong......»»
Tall mass timber code changes receive final approval
The International Code Council (ICC) has approved all 14 of the tall mass timber code change proposals. The proposals create three n.....»»
: This old building material is new again
Cross-laminated timber (CLT) and heavy timber are gaining traction as alternative framing materials in urban environments. These materials are promoted for their cost savings and relative sustainability......»»
Survey of U.S. code officials shows trends in code compliance during COVID-19
The International Code Council surveyed building and fire departments to learn how code officials are coping with the professional challenges brought on.....»»
Estate & Charitable Planning 2020: Stefan Wolf and Amy Cross on advanced estate planning strategies
With a new decade upon us and some significant changes to our tax code, there are a number of advanced estate planning strategies that can minimize income and estate taxes and provide asset protection: Leaving a legacy. A family Limited Liability C.....»»
Two tree species native to the Northeast found suitable for CLT
Two tree species native to the Northeast have been found to be structurally sound for use in cross-laminated timber (CLT) products. Eas.....»»
Prescient receives ICC certification for seismic resilience system
Prescient, a digital design-build company focused on modular multi-unit housing, has received certification from the International Code Council Evaluation Service (ICC-ES) for its Prescient Seismic System......»»
Birmingham City Council works to bring a micro mobility provider to the city
State legislation prompts Birmingham City Council to consider amending an ordinance to incorporate shared micromobility devices into local code......»»
Big plan for Austin gets graded on housing, transportation
The report card — completed by a city consultant — offers a quick review of how well the city thinks its code overhaul effort formerly known as CodeNext is performing against housing and transportation goals set by Austin City Council......»»
"Catalyst" will be Washington’s first CLT office building
Catalyst, a 150,000-sf building that will connect to an energy resource sharing eco-district planned for development, will be the first office building in Washington to be constructed out of cross-laminated timber (CLT)......»»
Katerra’s new mass timber factory will produce the largest volume of CLT in North America
On Sept. 23, Katerra announced the grand opening of its 270,000-sf cross-laminated timber (CLT) factory. The facility will produce the largest volume of CLT in North America......»»
Researchers use U. of Arkansas buildings as testbed for CLT panels
A new residence hall on the University of Arkansas campus will serve as a testbed for researchers to study Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT) panels......»»
Multi-Story Design Considerations When Using Horizontal Insulated Metal Panels
Insulated metal panels (IMPs) are an ideal cladding solution for multi-story structures for a variety of reasons; Lightweight, code compliant, thermally efficient and modern aesthetics make IMPs ideal for these applications......»»
Code-conforming wood design guide available
The 2018 Code Conforming Wood Design (CCWD), a joint publication of the American Wood Council (AWC) and the International Code Council, is now available. The free download.....»»
Newly passed bill rewriting zoning code a "gamechanger" for Oahu
Bill 7, which re-writes building codes for small parcels of land, could be "a game-changer for all of Oahu," according to the bill's author, City Council Member Kimberly Pine. Signed into law on May 21, Bill 7 changes codes for small parcels of la.....»»