• Implementation of California State ADU Law in Local Jurisdictions

    This webinar course is an introduction to California State Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) laws and their implementation for local jurisdictions, presented by planning staff from those jurisdictions. Panel discussion will address the differences in implementation regulations in varying jurisdictions. The Panel will also include an ADU specialist who works on ADU projects in many localities […]

  • Smart Carbon Goals: Life Cycle Assessment in Design Practice

    Smart Carbon Goals: Life Cycle Assessment in Design Practice Date/Time: Wednesday, March 30, 2022, 11:30 a.m. -1 p.m., Pacific Time Learning Units: 1 LU | HSW Speaker: Claire McConnell, BEMP | Associate, Mithun, Seattle Description: Since the release of the 2030 Challenge in 2006, energy efficiency has driven sustainability metrics in building design and construction. […]

  • ADUs: A Climate Action Standard

    ADUs: A Climate Action Standard Date: 4/6/22 Time: 12 pm – 1:30 pm Description: Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) increase supply and diversity of housing stock, add value to existing homes, support infill development, and can provide options for multi-generational and non-traditional families. Good ADU design and construction can also help California to meet goals for […]

  • Design for Wildfire Resilience

    Design for Wildfire Resilience Lunch & Learn Webinar Date/Time: Wednesday, June 15, 12:00-1:30 p.m. Learning Units: 1.5 LU | HSW As climate change intensifies, the risk of devastating wildfires around the world will surge in coming decades and is being considered a “global wildfire crisis.” In recent years, California has seen the wildfire season expand beyond a […]

  • Design for Wildfire Resilience

    Date/Time: Wednesday, June 15, 12:00-1:30 p.m. Learning Units: 1.5 LU | HSW As climate change intensifies, the risk of devastating wildfires around the world will surge in coming decades and is being considered a “global wildfire crisis.” In recent years, California has seen the wildfire season expand beyond a few months to the entire calendar year, and […]

  • AIA CA Statewide Advocacy Update 

    AIA CA Statewide Advocacy Update  Date/Time: Thursday, July 7, 12:00-1:00 p.m. Learning Units: 1 LU With the California State Legislature in session – Actively considering and voting on legislation – Mark Christian, […]

  • Why Masonry with Basalite Concrete Products?

    Live, Lunch + Learn COTE Presentation Why Masonry with Basalite Concrete Products? Date/Time: Thursday, July 14, 12:00-1:00 p.m. Learning Units: 1 LU | HSW Location: Granitrock Construction Materials, 1755 Del Monte Boulevard, Seaside  Cost: Free for AIA […]