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Superadobe Construction is Sanctioned in California Residential Code

Natural Building

I recently discovered that a supplement to the 2019 California Residential Code approves the use of superadobe construction (as established by CalEarth). It requires the use of cement stabilized earthen fill material. You can read this supplemental document at icc-es.org.

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Uncover Built Inc.’s journey from residential projects to creative hospitality designs 

Construction Today

Built Inc Ltd, a subsidiary of the Built Hospitality Design Group, is a fully operational design-build firm based in California. s journey from residential projects to creative hospitality designs appeared first on Construction Today. Source The post Uncover Built Inc.’s

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California may require solar on new high-rise residential and commercial buildings

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The California Energy Commission (CEC) passed new standards that would mandate solar energy and storage on new commercial buildings and high-rise multifamily structures.

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New California law removes barriers to residential development

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California’s new law , AB 3182, was enacted to encourage the creation of residential development in older urban areas and master planned communities. The law requires that local governments allow for the construction of alternative dwelling units (ADUs) not exceeding 1,200 sf, and junior ADUs—smaller units attached to the main home.

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Two eight-story residential towers and a dining commons complete on Cal Poly Pomona’s campus

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In an attempt to eliminate its reputation as a commuter school, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona (Cal Poly Pomona) has recently completed construction of two new eight-story residential towers and a dining commons.

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California is a Model for PACE Loan Reform

Green Building Law Update

California’s statutory changes to its existing residential Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) financing program, that became effective January 1, 2017, may be a model for residential PACE programs across the nation. The first residential PACE program started in Berkeley, California in 2007.

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California Builders Are Unfazed by Statewide Drought

Pro Builder

California Builders Are Unfazed by Statewide Drought. California is struggling to navigate a severe drought, but that doesn't seem to be slowing the pace of new home construction. Thu, 06/02/2022 - 11:28. How in the world are you approving new housing when we’re running out of water?”.