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Are mass-timber buildings a fire safety risk?

Deezen

Architects enthusiastic about mass timber must improve their understanding of fire safety or risk disaster, experts tell Dezeen as part of the Timber Revolution series. No consensus has been reached across different building code jurisdictions about the safety limitations of building with wood, and the rules vary wildly between countries.

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Appendix Q of the CRC – The Tiny House Code

Santa Cruz Architect

” In this article we’ll delve into the intricacies of Appendix Q, exploring its potential, limitations, and implications for both tiny house enthusiasts and the broader housing landscape. Reduced ceiling heights, compact stairs, and flexible loft regulations are all nods to the realities of maximizing space within tiny confines.

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Artificial Intelligence in Navigating the Building Codes

Santa Cruz Architect

Building codes are essential regulations that ensure the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of structures. Understanding Building Codes Building codes are a set of regulations and standards that govern the design, construction, and operation of buildings.

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Basic Steps For Creating An ADU

Santa Cruz Architect

This article outlines a general process for creating an ADU. If you have an existing ADU that is not currently legally permitted, you may find that some of these steps may not apply to you as you go through the process of obtaining city approval and getting your ADU registered. Pre-Construction/Permitting.

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The Role of Architects in Construction Projects

Santa Cruz Architect

Their role is important in every stage of a project, and this article summarizes their responsibilities. Some topics that must be discussed during those meetings are client requirements, expected budget, site characteristics, safety and local planning regulations. Architects are not just involved in the building design phase.

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Will Councilman Dorsey's Elimination of Single Family Zoning Help Baltimore?

Community Architect Daily

The bill mandates nothing but it allows additional use options by permitting accessory dwelling units and, under certain circumstances, dividing single family homes into two or more units. Some find themselves on the other side of the arguments they usually make: Take the new book by city planner Nolan Gray or his Atlantic article.

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Key Factors to Consider When Choosing a Townhouse

The Architecture Designs

From location and size to homeowners associations and community amenities, this article will guide you through the crucial aspects to consider when choosing a townhouse. Homeowners Association (HOA) Many townhouse communities have a homeowners association (HOA) that manages and maintains common areas and enforces certain regulations.