How thick should loft insulation be? Experts share their know-how
Proper loft insulation thickness reduces heating bills and environmental impact.
300mm is typically advised for retrofitting to meet necessary building regulations.
The Panic About the Parapets
Homeowners in Brownstone Brooklyn are reacting to new mandated parapet wall inspections, triggering confusion and anxiety regarding compliance and inspection legitimacy.
Decisions by legislators, homebuilders may have worsened North Carolina's Helene damage
Hurricane Helene's impact was worsened by decades of construction policies in North Carolina that favored homebuilders over safety regulations.
I'm a building expert and here's how I choose between private building control and Local Authority Building Control
Choosing the right building control route is crucial for self builders, especially post-Building Safety Act.
I'm a town planner and here are my five tips for planning applications
Research thoroughly and understand the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) to increase the chances of your planning application being approved.
Building notice vs full plans approval: We look at your building regulation options
Building regulations approval is crucial for construction projects to meet safety, health, and environmental standards.
TipSheet: Austin City Council, 5.2.24 - Austin Monitor
One main point is the probable approval of drought contingency and water conservation plans by the Council to comply with a deadline, followed by ongoing discussions and updates.
Does the Future Homes Standard lack embodied carbon regulations?
The omission of embodied carbon in the Future Homes Standard's consultation could hinder achieving net-zero ambitions.
NYC pols push state to fix decades-old law blamed for preventing much-needed housing as highlighted by Post probe
The 1961 law in Manhattan restricts building sizes, exacerbating the housing shortage.
Studies show the law may have cost NYC 200,000 apartments over the years.
Imagine Austin series looks at prospects for equitable development amid rapid growth - Austin Monitor
Austin is facing challenges in implementing equitable housing policies due to population and income growth alongside state laws limiting inclusionary zoning.
Removing parking minimums and increasing density on residential properties are crucial steps to address the housing demand in Austin.
Council OKs variance to build home in the floodplain - Austin Monitor
City Council unanimously approved variances to allow a property owner to build a house in the floodplain.
The proposed home will have a finished floor elevation of 2.2 feet above the floodplain.
42 buildings in Beverly Hills aren't seismically retrofitted. Is yours at risk in an earthquake?
Soft-story buildings in Beverly Hills pre-1978 may need seismic retrofit for earthquake safety. Times tracks retrofits in LA County for public awareness.