building regulations

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“They were given a deadline,” said Stephen Smith, founder of the Center for Building in North America, which advocates for cost-reducing changes to building regulations.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 20, 2026

But Karachi, home to more than 20 million, is especially notorious for poor construction, illegal extensions, ageing infrastructure, overcrowding, and lax enforcement of building regulations.

From Barron's • Feb. 19, 2026

WASHINGTON—Anybody who has remodeled a home knows that building regulations can slow down even the most minor projects, especially when a property has historic significance.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 26, 2025

A government spokesperson said they would urge people to take extra care in the hot weather, and building regulations were in place to reduce the risk of new homes overheating.

From BBC • Jul. 10, 2025

Stricter antifire building regulations were proposed for the burned-out areas, requiring the use of brick or stone.

From "The Great Fire" by Jim Murphy