THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF HOME BUILDERS
Residential construction is governed by building codes and standards set by local and state laws . These codes often reflect local construction practices , climate , and geography . Most US communities have adopted the International Code Council ’ s I-Codes . The I-Codes address all aspects of single-family and multifamily construction , including structural and MEP , and energy conservation requirements . The codes protect public health and safety , and have now turned to energy efficiency , sustainability , and property protection . But some of these energy code changes are benefiting specific product manufacturers and
152 May 2018