Beyond the Skyline is a podcast and video interview about economic development, real estate and construction in Minnesota.

Wood Trusses are a critical component in commercial and residential construction, providing structural support across ...

Building codes are a set of regulations that govern the design, construction, and alteration of structures. A general understanding of building codes helps all parties involved in design and ...

Nationwide, local governments and jurisdictions are mandating climate change goals. Though different from state to state, a common thread between many of the goals is to reach some form of net-zero ...

A new federal analysis gives all but a handful of states the lowest possible rating on the quality of their building codes, showing a widespread failure to protect people against windstorms and ...

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

New state law prohibits local jurisdictions from adopting more stringent energy codes for new residential construction, but Foster City still plans to explore reach codes for commercial development.