RESOURCES
Resources
Understanding the laws, building codes and good construction practices should be a priority for every developer, contractor, homeowner and architect. We encourage everyone to take advantage these valuable resources available on the web:
ADA - Americans with Disabilites Act
Every new public building built in the U.S. must comply with the ADA. This is a link to the ADA Standards for Accessible Design.
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Illinois Accessibility Code
All new public buildings and multi-family residential buildings built in Illinois must meet the requirements stipulated in the Illinois Accessibility Code. View and download it here. This is the Illinois Capital Development Board's web site.
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Energy Star
Energy Star is a government-backed program helping businesses and individuals protect the environment through superior energy efficiency.
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Federal Fair Housing Act
Every new multi-family residential building consisting of 4 or more units must comply with the Federal Fair Housing Act.
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The Fair Housing Act Design Manual outlines the accessibility requirements effecting residential buildings.
LEED - Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design
LEED provides a complete framework for assessing building performance and meeting sustainability goals. Based on well-founded scientific standards, LEED emphasizes state of the art strategies for sustainable site development, water savings, energy efficiency, materials selection and indoor environmental quality.
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