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Tell the Energy Code TAG to just say “no” to costly new proposals

The Energy Code TAG—or technical advisory group—will be considering a number of costly new proposals on all-electric homes and increased…

BIAW energy code proposal clears first hurdle

The Washington State Building Code Council (SBCC) Residential Energy Code Technical Advisory Group (TAG) approved BIAW’s performance pathway proposal Friday.…

Concerned about the future of the Residential Energy Code?

BIAW members have a broad range of opinions when it comes to Washington’s Residential Energy Code and the Residential Energy…

BIAW’s building code proposals increase flexibility and protect housing affordability

BIAW has proposed two changes to Washington’s Residential Code to increase flexibility and protect housing affordability. With the price of…

Support energy choice this Friday

BIAW members have two opportunities to support energy choice this Friday before the Washington State Building Code Council (SBCC). The…

State Building Code Council passes emergency rules to address supply chain issues

The Washington State Building Code Council (SBCC) recently released two new emergency rules to address supply chain issues brought to…