On June 2, 2025, The National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS) Consultative Council released a new report which presents a data-driven case for proactively retrofitting buildings and infrastructure within the…
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NIBS 2025 Moving Forward Report: Retrofitting for Resilience is a Shared, High-Return Investment
A new report from the National Institute of Building Sciences Consultative Council urges a united approach to protect communities from the escalating threat of environmental hazards.
Illinois Advances Building Safety with Warehouse Safety Bill
This article explains the recently passed Illinois legislation that better prepares buildings for future tornados.
On May 31, 2025, the state of Illinois passed legislation that will better prepare warehouse buildings for future tornados and includes requirements for International Code Council certifications. What’s in the…
How Building Codes Are Being Updated and Driving Development After the Surfside Condo Collapse
As building codes continue to be updated to meet an even higher standard of safety, developers are starting to look at how they can best construct the condos of tomorrow.
Building codes are an invaluable part of the construction process and provide an essential guide for ensuring that every building is as safe as possible. They inform everything from the architectural…
