One of the deadliest accidental building collapses in U.S. history is causing state elected officials, buildings officials, industry groups and others to reassess older buildings and consider the need for stricter regulations and enhanced inspection standards.
The annual survey ranks specialty contractors working in the states of Alabama, Florida, Georgia, North and South Carolina and Tennessee, as well as Puerto Rico
The implosion consultant observed notable differences between the structure as built and one set of 1979 building plans provided by Surfside, Fla., officials.