UFAS Accessibility Standards
Understanding UFAS: Accessibility Standards in Federal Building Design Accessibility in design is governed by several standards. Most professionals know the
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Evolving ADA Requirements
Evolving ADA Requirements: How Accessibility Design Continues to Change The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has long set the foundation
Single-Stair Buildings in Colorado
Colorado HB25-1273: Unlocking the Potential of Single-Stair Multifamily Buildings In May 2025, Colorado passed House Bill 25-1273, which allows single-stair
Double Tapping and Double Lugging in Electrical Panels
Understanding Double Tapping and Double Lugging in Electrical Panels Double tapping and double lugging are common electrical issues that can
Colorado Model Electric Ready and Solar Ready Code
Understanding the New Colorado Model Electric Ready and Solar Ready Code Starting January 1, 2025, Colorado will adopt the 2021
Understanding Occupancy Classification in Building Design
Understanding Occupancy Classification in Building Design Determining the occupancy classification is one of the first steps when designing a building
The Use of PVC and ABS Plumbing Piping
How do I determine when to use PVC and ABS Plumbing Piping? Introduction to PVC and ABS Plumbing Piping PVC
2021 IBC Changes for Structural Design of Commercial Buildings
Let’s dive into the 2021 IBC changes. The transition to the 2021 edition of the International Building Code (IBC) from
Ten Building Code Changes in Electrical Design for 2023
Every three years, the building codes change. This has ramifications to all design disciplines. Electrical Engineering design is governed by
Denver Development Process: Top Ten Things to Know
Developing in Denver, Colorado, requires navigating unique processes and regulations. Therefore, this article covers the top ten things every developer
Electric Submetering vs Utility Electric Metering
Electric submetering vs utility metering has both pros and cons for owners. For larger multi-family projects such as apartments and
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