Engineering Standards

Regulations governing protection of the state's water resources, including drinking water, groundwater, wastewater, and septic systems.

Mass. laws and rules governing all aspects of environmental protection.

State regulations and standards governing the use and disposal of toxic chemicals.

Based on the International Energy Code, the Mass, Building Energy Code ensures that new buildings are designed and constructed with energy efficiency in mind.

The MSBC is separated into two distinct volumes: The Residential volume regulates all one- and two-family structures and townhouses that are three stories or less, as well as their accessory structures; The Base volume regulates all structures that are not covered by the Residential regulations.

Dept. of Housing and Community Development design and climate resilience standards for public housing.

Bidding and construction requirements for highways and bridges. Published annually.

Guides, manuals, and materials that provide design requirements and goals for MBTA facilities including stations, bridges, and signage