New York advances gas ban, sidelines other green building rules
New York state is one step closer to banning fossil fuels in new buildings.
New York moves closer to requiring electric heating in new homes
A key regulator voted to move forward with construction rules that will require most new buildings to be powered by ...
New York moves to require fire sprinklers in new townhouses, but not single-family homes
New York moved a step closer Friday to requiring the installation of automatic fire sprinkler systems in new townhomes sold ...
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What Does It Take To Convert Office Space To Residential In NYC? Industry Experts From SOCOTEC Weigh In
Bisnow spoke with three industry professionals from SOCOTEC to figure out what it takes to reposition an office building to residential use in New York City.
Long Island builders oppose potential NY fire sprinkler rule, citing housing affordability
New York is considering a fire sprinkler mandate for new homes, setting off a clash between homebuilders and fire safety advocates over affordability and protection.
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The Daily Dirt: NY builders, firefighters at odds
The state’s Fire Prevention and Building Code Council is considering ... of the Firefighters Association of the State of New York told Newsday. “When it comes down to it, what price for ...