Tag: home_improvement

Media Monitor: MIT Technology Review Reports on US Push for Balcony Solar Systems

7 May 2026 6:00 a.m. · Source: MIT Technology Review

MIT Technology Review is reporting that dozens of U.S. states are considering legislation to allow plug-in solar systems, though safety experts caution that new testing and electrical requirements may complicate installations.

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Fairfax County Streamlines Residential Building Permits and Highlights Police Efficiency

5 May 2026 3:47 p.m. · Source: Fairfax County Government, VA

Fairfax County introduced a Fast Track review process for simple residential building permits, reducing approval times to as little as one business day. Additionally, the local police department successfully reduced unnecessary calls through its False Alarm Reduction Unit.

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