Construction regulations have evolved through a rigorous process guided by professional expertise. But safety and housing affordability shouldn’t be seen as competing goals.

Last year, six states eliminated a fire-safety code requiring apartment buildings taller than three stories to have at least ...

When a fire alarm fails, a sprinkler system shuts down, or a fire marshal issues a violation notice, businesses often face immediate safety and compliance concerns. Fire protection systems help reduce ...

[Editor's Note: The following was written by New Milford Fire Marshal Karen A. Facey.] Fire marshals statewide are responsible to ensure that the buildings within their community are compliant with ...

What is the International Code Council and why are its codes better than the BOCA Code? -- E.T., Tulsa. The International Code Council was formed by BOCA (Building Officials and Code Administrators ...

The Town of Rotterdam Code Department will begin inspecting three unit or more residential dwellings and all non-residential occupancies in the town for fire safety measures as mandated ...