Judge won’t compel state panel to scrap building codes targeted by gas initiative
A Thurston County judge on Friday dismissed a lawsuit that sought to force the state Building Code Council to move faster in aligning energy rules for new construction with provisions in the natural ...
Proposed tallest building in downtown Sarasota clears advisory board despite opposition
Sarasota's Planning Board approved The Obsidian, a proposed 330-foot high condo building that would tower over downtown, ...
Independence apartments that burned in fatal fire lacked a key safety feature. Why?
The Jan. 22 fire began when a resident of an upper-level unit at Independence Ridge apartments was cooking, left and returned when they heard an alarm, officials said. A neighboring family of 4 died.
Tesla files building permits for Portland dealership
The automaker hasn't formally announced plans to expand into Maine, but a building permit says the site would be an auto ...
Proposed bill would require Maryland to adopt energy-efficient building standards
A group of Maryland lawmakers, along with housing and climate advocates are pushing for a proposed bill that would require ...