http://www.builderonline.com/construction/codes-and-standards/building-codes/Default.aspx?view=rss&id=Query_tcm1029584http://www.builderonline.com/construction-trends/going-up.aspx?rssLink=Going+UpBut going beyond six stories still raises questions in U.S.http://www.builderonline.com/building-codes/several-states-weighing-laws-to-block-mandated-sprinkler-codes.aspx?rssLink=Several+States+Weighing+Laws+to+Block+Mandated+Sprinkler+CodesLocal HBAs push hard in their support of measures that would keep sprinkler installation optional.http://www.builderonline.com/construction/bargain-basements.aspx?rssLink=Bargain+BasementsNew building code standard, ACI 332, offers builders a better alternative for building concrete basement foundations.http://www.builderonline.com/green-standards/nahb-codifies-national-green-building-standard.aspx?rssLink=NAHB+Codifies+National+Green+Building+StandardThe formalized framework for green home certification, created in partnership with the International Code Council, is the first in the nation to receive ANSI approval.http://www.builderonline.com/sitework/epa-proposes-tougher-rules-for-stormwater-jobsite-runoff.aspx?rssLink=EPA+Proposes+Tougher+Rules+for+Jobsite+Stormwater+RunoffNAHB says the strictest enforcement of new guidelines would add significantly to cost of new homes.http://www.builderonline.com/codes-and-standards/nahb-contests-icc-vote-mandating-fire-sprinklers.aspx?rssLink=NAHB+Contests+ICC+Vote+Mandating+Fire+SprinklersThe NAHB has filed an appeal to the ICC to set aside code changes mandating fire sprinklers in all new one- and two-family homes constructed under the 2009 International Residential Code.http://www.builderonline.com/green-building/left-coast-formula.aspx?rssLink=Left+Coast+FormulaBuilders in the Golden State take a collaborative approach to new, more stringent building codes.http://www.builderonline.com/building-codes/icc-votes-to-include-fire-sprinklers-in-new-homes.aspx?rssLink=ICC+Votes+to+Include+Fire+Sprinklers+in+New+HomesNearly three-quarters of ICC approve new requirement; NAHB had opposed proposal, citing costs and other issues. http://www.builderonline.com/green-building/engaging-the-industry.aspx?rssLink=Engaging+the+IndustryThe National Green Building Standard is anticipating ANSI approval. Now what?http://www.builderonline.com/green-building/san-francisco-mayor-takes-hard-line-on-green-building.aspx?rssLink=San+Francisco+Mayor+Takes+Hard+Line+on+Green+BuildingRigorous green building codes signed into law by San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom mandate greater energy efficiency, water conservation, waste reduction, and lower carbon output in both new and renovated buildings.http://www.builderonline.com/green-building/californias-complicated-new-code.aspx?rssLink=California%e2%80%99s+Complicated+New+CodeGet the facts on what the state’s new green building code will mean for home builders.http://www.builderonline.com/codes-and-standards/florida-sets-tough-new-energy-targets.aspx?rssLink=Florida+Sets+Tough+Energy+Code+TargetsBuilders will have to cut the energy consumption of new homes by 50 percent over next decade.http://www.builderonline.com/green-building/california-adopts-statewide-green-building-code.aspx?rssLink=California+Adopts+Statewide+Green+Building+CodeThe new requirements will take effect in phases over three years, starting with energy efficiency.http://www.builderonline.com/green-building/a-greener-standard.aspx?rssLink=A+Greener+StandardThe National Green Building Standard is working toward ANSI approval.http://www.builderonline.com/building-codes/in-unity-strength.aspx?rssLink=In+Unity%2c+StrengthThe International Code Council wants to heighten its members' profile.http://www.builderonline.com/codes-and-standards/fire-drill.aspx?rssLink=Fire+DrillThe debate over mandating sprinkler installation in new homes heats up.http://www.builderonline.com/business/nahb-lays-out-details-for-green-building-program.aspx?rssLink=NAHB+Lays+Out+Details+for+Green+Building+ProgramAssociation is seeking ANSI approval for standards and begins process of training 'verifiers'http://www.builderonline.com/codes-and-standards/synshield-synthetic-roof-underlayment.aspx?rssLink=SynShield+Synthetic+Roof+UnderlaymentTear-resistant SynShield synthetic roof underlayment can be left uncovered for up to six months, the maker says. It is UV-resistant and comes in rolls 48 inches wide and 250 feet long. Each roll weighs 33 pounds, which is 40 percent lighter than a felt roll, the maker says. SynShield passes Miami-Dade County (Fla.) building-code requirements and has a 30-year limited warranty. 800-346-7655http://www.builderonline.com/codes-and-standards/facing-fire-607486.aspx?rssLink=Facing+Fire-607486When the June 2007 Angora Fire burned its way into the residential streets of South Lake Tahoe, Calif., firefighters were ready. The neighborhoods, unfortunately, were not.http://www.builderonline.com/codes-and-standards/building-code-concerns.aspx?rssLink=Building+Code+ConcernsThe NAHB, along with a coalition of building-oriented trade groups, has serious questions about the energy-saving goals and administrative provisions included in the House version of energy legislation passed last August.