The building safety community mourns the loss of Jon Traw, P.E., a visionary leader whose influence left a lasting impact on the building safety industry. A Trusted Voice in the Industry As former…
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Articles from January 2026
In Memoriam: Jon Traw, A Pioneer of the Building Safety Industry
As former CEO of the International Conference of Building Officials (ICBO), a key leader in the formation of the International Code Council (ICC) and President of California-based Traw Associates Consulting, Jon dedicated his life to ensuring the safety of the built environment.
Lucas Pump Recognized with ICC’s 2025 Meritorious Service Award
Lucas Pump was honored for driving progress in codes and standards through his passion and public service.
Created in 2020, the International Code Council’s (ICC) Meritorious Service Award recognizes individuals who have unselfishly given their time and talent to further the development of ICC codes and standards,…
Video: The Power of Mentorship in Supporting Building Safety Careers
Mentor and mentee relationships help strengthen the future of the building safety industry – all that's needed is a positive perspective and a willingness to engage.
When Marty Mosely, Director of Code Enforcement for the Town of Ithaca, NY and Brent Cross, Village Engineer for the Village of Cayuga Heights, NY first began working together, neither was quite sure what a mentorship would look like. Over time, however,…
National Webinar Highlights 2025 Housing Supply Progress and 2026 Opportunities
The International Code Council's participation in the webinar underscored the importance of using off-site construction and educating on building codes and standards.
On Dec. 16, 2025, HousingTech and the Housing Innovation Alliance hosted a national public webinar examining progress made in expanding U.S. housing supply in 2025 and researching opportunities for 2026. The recorded webinar is available here. A summary report from the webinar is available here. …
After the Strike: Code-Based Inspections for Residential Safety
Lightning events blur boundaries between systems, and the safest path back to service is to follow the model codes.
Let’s set the stage: A summer thunderstorm rolls through, and lightning strikes a residence, arcing through framing, grounding to metal systems and possibly traveling along gas piping and bonded equipment. The occupants are safe,…
The Plumbing Prescription: Proper Flow, Better Water
A groundbreaking study conducted by researchers at Drexel University offers crucial insights into a surprising yet vital factor for building safety: the power of flow velocity, or how fast the water travels, in plumbing.
A groundbreaking study conducted by researchers at Drexel University offers crucial insights into a surprising yet vital factor for building safety: the power of flow velocity in plumbing. The study, Impact…
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