Building safety is essential to protecting lives and property. From the materials used in construction to the systems and products integrated into buildings, it is important to ensure that every…
Deep Dives
Longer, analytical articles that get into the core concepts behind an issue, using photos and graphics to illustrate.
The Importance of Testing Products for Building Safety
Testing building products not only supports safety but also advances innovation, trust and compliance in the construction industry.
New Building Code Spurs Action on Capacity Building in the Sultanate of Oman
While MoHUP recognizes the significant milestone represented by the finalization of the OBC, they acknowledge that this is only the first step towards achieving a safer built environment into the future.
In January 2025, a team from the International Code Council traveled to Muscat to support the Sultanate of Oman Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning (MoHUP) in a series of…
Austin’s Permitting and Development Center Demonstrates the Future of Water Reuse
The City of Austin, Texas is at the forefront of water reuse and wants everyone to see its potential when they come into the new Permitting and Development Center.
Water sustainability is becoming one of the biggest challenges of the 21st century, especially for growing cities that are already experiencing drought and other obstacles. The City of Austin, Texas,…
