The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary’s Award for Excellence in Healthy Homes highlights the work of agencies, organizations and Tribes that are advancing healthier living environments…
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Articles from 2025
Municipality of Norristown Receives the 2024 HUD Secretary’s Award for Excellence in Healthy Homes
The Municipality developed and implemented the Norristown Lead Poisoning Prevention and Lead Hazard Control Ordinance to address elevated levels of lead exposure in the area.
Proposed Committee Interpretation Posted for ICC Membership Review and Comment
A proposed Committee Interpretation to Section 503.1 General of the 2024 International Building Code® (IBC) was posted for ICC Membership review and comment on November 26, 2025.
Due to a technical error with the phrasing of the question, previous Committee Interpretation No. 01-25 has been removed and replaced with proposed Committee Interpretation No. 02-25. A proposed Committee Interpretation to…
From the Editors: 15 of Our Favorite Building Safety Journal Articles From 2025
Reflecting on the past year, the Building Safety Journal editorial team has assembled 15 standout articles that embody 2025.
For the International Code Council (ICC) and the building safety industry, 2025 was filled with significant advancements, forward-thinking projects and distinguished accomplishments. As we look back on this remarkable year,…
U.S. Chamber of Commerce Report Highlights Building Codes as Solution to Stabilizing Insurance Markets
The report shows that strong building codes lead to resilient communities and affordable insurance.
As natural disasters grow in frequency and severity, the financial toll on homeowners and insurers continues to rise. Communities across the United States are grappling with escalating insurance premiums, reduced…
2025 USA Elite Trades Championship Series to be Featured on CBS Sports Network
The ServiceTitan Elite Trades Championship Series is a prominent event across the skilled trades industries, celebrating the expertise and craftsmanship of professionals across multiple disciplines, including plumbing, electrical work and HVAC.
The ServiceTitan Elite Trades Championship Series is a prominent event across the skilled trades industries, celebrating the expertise and craftsmanship of professionals across multiple disciplines, including plumbing and HVAC. Organized by ServiceTitan, a leading…
Public Comment Period Open for the 2024 Group B International Codes
The Code Council is now accepting public comments on the 2024 Group B cycle code change proposals, the submission deadline January 5, 2026.
On Nov. 25, 2025, The International Code Council will begin accepting public comments on the 2025 Group B cycle International Code® (I-Code) change proposals, with the submission deadline set for…
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