Now that fall is here, the danger of fire increases with each month until the rains come. If you live in a state other than California, as we’ve seen, the risk may come from extreme weather events like hurricanes or heavy rainstorms that create flooding, or devastating tornadoes. In Northern California, we experience long periods
A Look at Commercial Space Changes through the Eyes of an Architect Every three years in California, the California Building Standards Code undergoes a comprehensive update. This cycle reflects the state’s commitment to enhancing safety, sustainability and innovation in construction. The latest code changes, most of which were announced in 2022, were implemented recently, one
That Future Included Workforce Housing The Disney brand is synonymous with imagination, creativity and innovation in animated films and theme parks. Some might be surprised to discover that Walt Disney cared about affordable housing as a way of enhancing lives. To be specific, he wanted to enhance the lives of his employees. Workforce Housing Meant
Maybe it's time to start treating water like the precious resource it is … They say that necessity is the mother of all invention. The necessity for clean drinking water in California is pushing the envelope on how inventive we humans can be. Where do we draw the line? A recent segment of KQED's Forum
If you are a resident of Marin County and you use your home, a room in your home or an ADU on your property for short-term rentals (of 30 days or less), you may want to voice your opinion about planned regulations. The Short Term Rental Ordinance, which applies in the unincorporated areas of Marin,
No surprise if you haven’t thought about the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) lately. However, Rewiring America would like you to start thinking about it. Why? Because it is the largest climate bill in U.S. history. It contains, among other things, benefits to help purchase electric vehicles and install heat pumps, induction stoves, solar and other
The answer is something that the Marin County’s Office of the Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk (ARCC) want you to know about. Restrictive covenants simply put are contract clauses that are intended to limit the contracting party’s future conduct. In the case of land, they can prevent certain uses of the land. But the restrictive covenants Marin County’s
Recent news headlines are screaming that the feds are coming for your gas stove. That’s more than a bit of hyperbole. What is true is that the use of a gas stove can have a negative impact on the inside air of a home or restaurant if not ventilated properly. That is because methane (natural
Have the recent earthquakes in Northern CA given you the jitters? There is a program for California homeowners you might want to take advantage of before November 29. It’s dubbed Earthquake Brace and Bolt (EBB). According to their website, the program is offering grants toward an earthquake retrofit. Earthquake Brace and Bolt helps homeowners lessen
The predictions were grave. Senate Bill 9 would ruin California. Municipalities across California expected to see an increase in SB 9-related proposals in 2022. Whole communities feared they’d see a tsunami of applications that would change the landscape of their neighborhoods forever. Why? Senate Bill 9 made significant changes to the zoning laws in California,
