Few states require building with fire-resistant materials, but some in the Mountain West are in the process of changing that.

Installing Electrical Outlets Without GFCI Protection The most dangerous mistake DIYers make involves electrical work, ...

Local officials had cut off electricity, which powers heating in the encampment, citing zoning and building code violations.

The Department of Business and Neighborhood Services will more than double the cost for some permits next year, including ...

Efficient, affordable manufactured homes help Habitat for Humanity serve more families. But some Wisconsin municipalities ...

At a Monday morning press conference, state legislators and local advocates called on city officials to restore heating for ...

Before you start knocking down your bathroom walls or rerouting plumbing, there's one important box to check for both you and ...

Rules of thumb don’t cut it in airtight homes. Here’s how to size, ventilate, and commission for real comfort.

Ready to build the patio of your dreams? Before you grab the shovel, find out if you'll need a permit - or just a free ...

Q: In past articles you've mentioned “as-built permits” for additions and alterations that were done without building permits. I have a property that was totally renovated — new electrical, ...

A more efficient, affordable development model helps Habitat for Humanity build more homes during a housing crisis. But some Wisconsin municipalities exclude manufactured homes from neighborhoods.

The Sisters City Council will hold a public hearing at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, November 19, as it considers new building ...