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Over 30 North American cities are changing building codes to allow single staircases in apartment buildings, cutting construction costs by up to 13%. The shift could unlock thousands of affordable housing units in cities facing severe shortages.
Oregon just became the latest state to require energy-efficient heat pumps in new homes, slashing utility bills by an average of $125 every month. The move comes as energy costs have surged 50% since 2020, putting real savings back in homeowners' pockets.
A new subdivision near Sacramento is being built to survive wildfires, not just meet building codes. Every home features fire-resistant design that could save lives and protect entire communities from California's growing wildfire threat.