In simple terms, building codes and standards are about protecting people and property — the result being safe and prosperous communities, which is the heartbeat of any culture. Every rule in every ...

The Harford County Council held a public hearing Tuesday to discuss three bills that aim to bring the county’s plumbing, building and electrical regulations in line with updated national standards.

An international group that develops building codes adopted by a wide swath of U.S. cities and counties abruptly pared back a plan to force new homes to be more climate-friendly. The International ...

You've spent months planning your dream renovation. The contractor's been hired, the materials are sitting in your driveway, ...