To accelerate post-disaster rebuilding, the Trump Administration has taken limited steps to preempt state and local building permitting requirements. On January 27, the President signed an Executive Order (EO) titled “Addressing…
Disaster Preparedness, Mitigation, Resiliency
Trump Administration Takes Limited Action to Override Local Permitting Rules
Under the rule, builders and contractors may self-certify that repairs or reconstruction comply with applicable building codes, safety requirements, and other substantive standards, while continuing to comply with all state and local requirements, except for permitting or approval processes the rule permits them to bypass.
Nominations Are Now Open for the 2026 International Code Council Awards & Honorary Membership
The 2026 Code Council Awards Program is now open and accepting nominations through March 15, 2026.
Each year the International Code Council (ICC) provides an opportunity for individuals to recognize their colleagues and peers for the important work they do by highlighting their achievements in leadership, innovation and community service. The 2026 ICC Awards…
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.
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…
