IBTS recently published a white paper on remote building inspections and the impacts this technology is making on local governments. Remote building inspections allows a larger number of structures to get the inspections they need…
The Institute for Building Technology and Safety (IBTS) recently completed a two-year study, funded by The Kresge Foundation, focused on helping local governments understand and address social equity in their climate resilience planning efforts. The first…
Electronic Plan Review is the latest effort in the CAL FIRE Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM)’s commitment to improving customer service through technology and process enhancements. CAL FIRE is now benefiting from the…
PUERTO RICO— Con la intención de reconstruir un Puerto Rico más fuerte y resiliente, el Departamento de Vivienda administrará fondos a los municipios a través del programa de la Planificación de la Recuperación Municipal (MRP, por sus siglas…
PUERTO RICO— In hopes to rebuild a stronger, more resilient Puerto Rico, the Department of Housing (Vivienda) will be administering funds to municipalities for recovery planning through the Municipal Recovery Planning program, or MRP. These…
With a reputation for quick, quality plan reviews and inspections, IBTS provides these services for some of the largest development projects in Washington, DC, and the surrounding areas. Read on to learn how our unique…
IBTS integrates resilience into all of our services, ensuring that we help communities build a stronger future while building on their strengths and maintaining the social fabric of their community. This is especially true in…
Communities enrolled in FEMA’s National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) are required to designate a floodplain manager, however finding one with experience is difficult and can be a strain on local budgets. IBTS recognized this as…
IBTS’ passion is bolstering communities and creating vibrant, resilient neighborhoods that balance economy with equity. Simply put, we thrive when your community thrives. So we are excited to announce that our Local Government Solutions team…
For the thousands of small- and mid-sized communities without a municipal bond rating, simply getting your first rating can be daunting. Although it’s an intensive process, knowing what to expect – and what bond rating…
