Planning a major renovation or just making small improvements around the house? Understanding building codes is crucial.

HURLEY, N.Y. – Code enforcement and building inspections should come under one position to make town property reviews easier to administer, Planning Board Chairman Greg Tetrault said. During a Tuesday ...

BROOKLYN, NY – Property owners in New York City are required to comply with building safety codes enforced by the NYC Department of Buildings, and documented violations of those codes can serve as ...

HARTFORD — A former city building inspector is suing the city, claiming it ignored building code violations he brought to the attention of higher-ups who retaliated against him with a smear campaign ...