October 2023 Blog Archive

Energy Considerations Thu, Oct 26, 2023 As the world moves toward more alternative forms of electricity production and as appliances and other equipment being installed into “smart” homes become more efficient and connected, reducing energy consumption through building design is another as... Read More

Miami-Dade Pushes Proposed Heat Standards Wed, Oct 25, 2023 This summer, the nation has been experiencing record heat from coast to coast and Miami-Dade officials have recognized how hazardous the high temperatures are for outdoor workers. However, their proposed solution could, in many ways, do more harm tha... Read More

2023 FRSA Year in Review Sun, Oct 15, 2023 Lisa Pate, FRSA Executive Director FRSA’s fiscal year has just ended and it has been another incredibly successful year for the Association. I used to comment that each year we had just completed was one of the busiest ever – now I reali... Read More

A Weak Link in Florida’s Roofing Underlayment Requirements Sun, Oct 01, 2023 FRSA labored hard over the last three years to improve the underlayment code in Miami-Dade County. The Florida Building Commission approved new code over the opposition of Miami-Dade County building officials but the enforcement battle has yet to be ... Read More