The United States is entering 2026 with an increasingly familiar pattern: wildfire conditions are ramping up early, expanding across regions and challenging the idea of a neat start and end to “fire season.” …
From the Field: 12 Additional Things Code Inspectors Wish Homeowners…
From unpermitted disasters to ignored…
This is Part 3 of our series on things code inspectors wish homeowners knew. Don’t miss Part 1 and Part 2 of this series. When homeowners consider the cheaper route (ex: hire a contractor who doesn’t want to pull permits…
A117.1‑2026: The International Code Council to Release Major Updates to the Nation’s Leading Accessibility Standard
The International Code Council (ICC) is releasing a new edition of the A117.1 Standard for Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities in Fall 2026. The A117.1-2026 will be referenced in the 2027 International Codes® (I-Codes®). This standard is designed to ensure that…
Understanding Criteria for Assisted Toileting and Bathing in 2021 International Codes
While there have always been provisions for accessibility for persons with disabilities in the International Code Council’s (ICC) International Codes® (I-Codes®), these provisions were based on allowing independent access into and throughout a…
Creating Defensible Space in Wildland Urban Interface Areas
Best tips for creating and maintaining a clear defensible space area around your home to protect against wildfires.
Creating a clear defensible space area has been proven to increase your home’s chance of surviving a wildfire. Defensible space is a buffer between a building on your property and the grass, trees,…
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