ACI Home Performance Conference 2008

SENS 1 - Codes & Building Science: Conflicts, Resolutions, & Results

Tuesday, April 08, 2008 · 10:00 AM - 11:45 AM

Examine common areas where the requirements of building codes conflict with building science principles. Understand how these problems arise as well as real life ways they can be avoided to provide affordable and durable housing. Learn ways to address those challenges by making good building science based arguments for alternative approaches that are better aligned with scientific principles and actual building performance.

By attending this session, participants will

1. Gain insights into how and why building codes sometimes conflict with the best design and practice

2. Learn how to establish and maintain productive working relationships with code officials

3. Find out about green building methodologies related to code conflicts and approvals

Keyword(s): building science, codes, green building, health & safety, housing, housing performance, implementation, innovation, inspections, new construction
Type: 100 Minute Session
Track: Building Consensus
CEU: American Institute of Architects (AIA) American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) Building Performance Institute, Inc. (BPI) Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET) National Association of Certified Home Inspectors (NACHI)

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