Section 1: The New York State Regulatory Landscape forHomeRenovation Embarking on ahomerenovation project in New York State requires navigating a complex and multi-layered regulatory framework. The state's approach tobuildingand construction is characterized by a bifurcated system that sets New York City apart from all other jurisdictions, combined with a strong tradition of "home...
The Division ofBuildingStandards andCodesensures the health, safety & resilience of the built environment for all New Yorkers.
NYCCodesThe NYC ConstructionCodesconsist of the General Administrative Provisions,BuildingCode, PlumbingCode, MechanicalCode, Fuel GasCode, and Energy ConservationCode.
The Future of Residential Architecture Looks Very Green What does tomorrow look like forhomedesign? Green, green, green. As greenbuildingcodescontinue to evolve, they're pushing the entire industry toward smarter, moresustainablepractices. Builders, designers, and even homeowners are becoming more conscious of their choices.
TestingHomesto the Highest Standards We certifyhomesto the rigorous requirements of the National GreenBuildingStandard® (NGBS) - the first residential greenbuildingrating system approved by ANSI as an American National Standard. The NGBS provides practices for the design, construction, and renovation ofbuildingsand land developments.
Greenbuildingstrategies are increasingly being introduced into traditionalbuildingcodes, addressing the cross-cutting categories of site selection, water conservation, energy efficiency, renewables, indoor environmental quality and resource conservation. With large U.S. states and metro areas leading the way, governments and local jurisdictions have adopted greenbuildingcriteria as ...
