"Michigan's Proposed Building Code Threatens Housing Affordability"

Michigan's proposed building code, including specific framing, energy-efficient insulation, and mandatory sprinkler systems, is facing criticism from home builders who argue that it could raise home prices by $20,000, further exacerbating the state's housing affordability crisis. The Home Builders Association of Michigan is submitting an alternative code proposal that aims to achieve similar improvements at a third of the cost.