$1B of work slated in Des Moines, Iowa
Construction Dive
MARCH 13, 2019
The soaring value of commercial building permits in 2018 is expected to hold its momentum, driven largely by urban renovations and suburban data centers.
NYC construction activity may have 'leveled out' in 2018
Construction Dive
JANUARY 24, 2019
While they slid from 2017 levels, last year's permits represent the addition of 46 million square feet of floor space, according to the city's buildings department.
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A Continued Push: Digitalization & Environmental Permitting
Civil + Structural Engineer
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
One of the firms supporting the AEC industry’s charge towards efficiency and transparency is Ecobot, which launched in 2018 as one of the first digital solutions for environmental permitting. This drive towards delivering efficiency to customers is fueled by the use of data and AI. says Lance. says Lance.
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Prefab, Modular Homebuilder Touts Energy and Cost Benefits
The Pro Builder
OCTOBER 4, 2023
Prefab, Modular Homebuilder Touts Energy and Cost Benefits qpurcell Wed, 10/04/2023 - 09:00 Dvele —a California-based manufacturer of prefab, modular homes—got started by bringing two building concepts together: high performance and factory construction. In 2018, Brandon Weiss, a third-generation U.S.
An Intelligent Homebuilding Platform Unleashes the Power of Data
The Pro Builder
AUGUST 1, 2023
An Intelligent Homebuilding Platform Unleashes the Power of Data qpurcell Tue, 08/01/2023 - 09:30 Marc Minor was building houses on 50 acres of North Carolina land when he came to a realization. That company, Higharc , launched in 2018. With this investment, Higharc’s total capital raised now tops $40 million.
Modernizing Access: New Bridge Design Enhances Safety and Environment
Civil + Structural Engineer
MARCH 20, 2024
As the project manager, I am excited to report the considerable progress of this project since it launched in 2018. Design of the project began in 2018 and was completed in 2023 with construction beginning in fall 2023. Project permitting involved obtaining a Sovereign Submerged Land Lease.
Christopher Grey Talks MA Building & Energy Codes at FGIA
CCR Magazine
MARCH 20, 2025
Those participating in the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) Annual Conference in Orlando, Florida, learned about the building, energy and stretch codes in the state of Massachusetts in a presentation about the complexity of backstop calculations from presenter Christopher Grey ( Simpson Gumpertz & Heger ).
Utah adopts 2018 International Energy Conservation Code
BD+C
OCTOBER 15, 2019
Utah became the latest state to update its commercial building energy efficiency code from the 2015 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) to the 2018 IECC in July. The new code permits the use of the ASHRAE/IES 90.1-2016 2016 standard, giving building owners and design teams an alternative compliance path.
Five ways to streamline waterproofing application
GCP Applied Technologies
MAY 17, 2018
Thu, 05/17/2018 - 09:33. May 17, 2018. Waterproofing is a critical step in building construction, but what can you do to make the process go quickly and smoothly? Hot melt (or hot rubberized asphalt systems) may require additional permits due to the safety concerns of having open flames at the job site. Phillip.fry@gc….
Cannabis Retail Construction: How to Navigate the Green Rush
Commercial Construction Blog
OCTOBER 17, 2022
Between 2018 and 2022, Englewood’s national construction work in the cannabis retail industry grew by 100% and we expect that trajectory to continue as more states legalize recreational marijuana use and cannabis firms expand into new markets.
Demystifying fire-retardant treated wood specifications
Construction Specifier
NOVEMBER 27, 2021
The building and fire codes require FRTW to be impregnated with chemicals. The specification summary section should include both, as interior and exterior FRTW can be used in many applications where noncombustible materials are required by building and fire codes. The building and fire codes contain prescriptive requirements for FRTW.
Five ways to streamline waterproofing application
GCP Applied Technologies
MAY 17, 2018
Thu, 05/17/2018 - 09:33. May 17, 2018. Waterproofing is a critical step in building construction, but what can you do to make the process go quickly and smoothly? Hot melt (or hot rubberized asphalt systems) may require additional permits due to the safety concerns of having open flames at the job site. Phillip.fry@gc….
Liquid waterproofing membrane
GCP Applied Technologies
DECEMBER 11, 2018
Tue, 12/11/2018 - 16:30. December 11, 2018. Liquid applied waterproofing is essential for protecting many building structures. Waterproofing systems for buried roofs need to last for the life of the structure, because making repairs on the waterproofing system is disruptive for the owners and the occupants of the building.
Liquid waterproofing membranes
GCP Applied Technologies
DECEMBER 11, 2018
Tue, 12/11/2018 - 16:30. December 11, 2018. Liquid applied waterproofing is essential for protecting many building structures. Waterproofing systems for buried roofs need to last for the life of the structure, because making repairs on the waterproofing system is disruptive for the owners and the occupants of the building.
State of the Construction Industry: January Roundup
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JANUARY 31, 2019
Andrew Cuomo proposed a $150 billion, five-year infrastructure plan for transportation and mass transit projects, park facilities and expanding the use of design-build and other alternate project delivery methods. New building materials could make homes and buildings more resistant to wildfires. The Memphis, Tenn. Region saw $1.3
Business Facilities’ 2019 Metro Rankings Report
Business Facilities
JULY 24, 2019
Companies continue to choose the region as a place to establish and grow headquarters operations—choosing to build a future in metro Atlanta. From full-service, large-scale managed IT solutions to custom software, online and app development, West Michigan’s high-tech industry can build solutions from the ground up.
Understanding gas vapor remediation
GCP Applied Technologies
AUGUST 24, 2018
Fri, 08/24/2018 - 10:23. August 24, 2018. In addition, the City of Los Angeles has adopted Ordinance 175790, which states in part that building permits within certain “methane zones” will not be issued until the submittal of detailed plans for the installation of suitable methane mitigation systems. Phillip.fry@gc….
Read the Latest News on Masdar Arlington Energy Builds a 55 MW Battery Plant in UK, EV Trial Has Been Completed by Costain and Enterprise, Environmental Issues Raised by Airport Building, Plans for a UK Hydrogen Facility Were Revealed
UK Construction Blog
MARCH 3, 2024
The post Read the Latest News on Masdar Arlington Energy Builds a 55 MW Battery Plant in UK, EV Trial Has Been Completed by Costain and Enterprise, Environmental Issues Raised by Airport Building, Plans for a UK Hydrogen Facility Were Revealed appeared first on UK Construction Blog.
The Ultimate Guide to Roof Installation
UK Construction Blog
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
Given the country’s diverse climate, choosing the right roofing material, understanding installation techniques, and ensuring compliance with local building regulations are essential for durability and energy efficiency. Obtaining necessary permits and ensuring compliance with local building codes.
2023 Yearbook of Engineering Achievement: Environmental/Sustainability
Civil + Structural Engineer
DECEMBER 1, 2023
Additionally, retrofitting the pond to provide higher quality water treatment helps the county comply with the municipal separate storm sewer system permit and contributes to restoring the Chesapeake Bay.
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#80: Transitioning to the New Building Codes
NH Construction Law
AUGUST 11, 2019
The ICC updates its proposed codes every three years (there is already a 2018 version published), and New Hampshire is finally catching up to other New England states. of the 2015 International Building Code and Section 106.3.2 Section 107.3.2 But don’t count on it.
How two buildings in Seattle achieved high-strength concrete
GCP Applied Technologies
DECEMBER 17, 2018
How two buildings in Seattle achieved high-strength concrete. Mon, 12/17/2018 - 15:45. December 17, 2018. This was surely the case for the Two Union Square building, in Seattle, Wash., The mix design’s low water-to-cement ratio (w/c) would not permit any guesswork regarding slump. michael.delros….
#68:? Energy Code Compliance
NH Construction Law
JUNE 24, 2018
On June 12, 2018, Governor Sununu signed into law House Bill 1472 , repealing the state code for energy conservation in new construction ( RSA 155-D ) effective August 7, 2018. As with RSA 155-D, the 2009 IECC -- the version currently in effect in New Hampshire -- has different rules for residential and commercial buildings.
#115: Ushering In the New Building Codes
NH Construction Law
JULY 12, 2022
Every three years the International Code Council updates its building codes, which eventually become the basis for codes adopted by the states. From September of 2019 until now, the 2015 versions have been incorporated into New Hampshire’s state building code, RSA 155-A. But the law takes a while to catch up. ” Lemery v.
Discover the Latest News on US Homebuilding Industry, and US Hotel Construction
Construction Daily News
APRIL 21, 2024
The Commerce Department reported Tuesday that single-family housing construction permits fell to a five-month low. March single-family home building rose 21.2% In March, single-family house construction permits decreased 5.7% Multi-family building permits remained at 433,000 units. year-over-year. million to 1.6
Important Factors to Consider When Building a New Home
CivilJungle
APRIL 13, 2022
Important Factors to Consider When Building a New Home. So when we want to build a new home, we also have to consider all our needs related to home and comfort zone. So when we want to build a new home, we also have to consider all our needs related to home and comfort zone. Building Design. Building’s Size.
Frequently asked questions about liquid applied waterproofing
GCP Applied Technologies
DECEMBER 11, 2018
Tue, 12/11/2018 - 13:52. December 11, 2018. Depending on the region, general contractors may face additional permitting, pay extra for onsite fire marshals and/or face obstacles with securing liability insurance when using hot applied waterproofing. Building Envelope Solutions. Commercial buildings. Waterproofing.
The Start of Celebration: the 2023 Yearbook of Engineering Achievement
Civil + Structural Engineer
DECEMBER 1, 2023
The project leveraged four alternative delivery methods including: landside and airside construction management at-risk, a design-build-operate-maintain baggage team, design-bid-build award contracts and multiple design-build concession/tenant packages.
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Mississippi: A Winning Recipe
Business Facilities
DECEMBER 8, 2017
Thanks to the state’s highly ranked one-stop permitting process, Continental Tire the Americas, LLC broke ground just 10 months after announcing the tire maker was locating in Hinds County, MS. The company is building a new 52,500-square-foot manufacturing facility in the Glendale Industrial Park. Photo: Northrop Grumman).
Learn About the Latest News on How New Construction is a Dangerous Formula, Smith Currie and Oles Morrison to combine, US Mountain Valley Natgas Pipe Building
Construction Daily News
JUNE 13, 2023
billion Mountain Valley natural gas pipeline , West Virginia environmental officials have issued a new water permit, clearing the way for construction to resume. Costs and risk increase as individuals build in high-risk regions. Building and sustaining large-scale infrastructure is required for many communities to remain unchanged.
Specifying acoustical ceilings for healthcare facilities
Construction Specifier
DECEMBER 15, 2024
The building design can affect productivity, efficiency, economic performance, clinical outcomes, and patient and staff satisfaction. Even experienced healthcare designers and specifiers can have questions about the different building products, assemblies, and systems in healthcare facilities. In these rooms, ceilings are optional.
Key Elements in a Fluid-applied Barrier System Specification
Construction Specifier
JUNE 5, 2024
By Karine Galla Air and water-resistive barrier systems play a crucial role in the longevity and performance of commercial buildings, and safeguarding against issues such as excessive energy consumption and moisture-related damage. They promote drying because they allow vapor from inside the building to diffuse to the outside.
Challenges & Opportunities in Commercial Construction
Commercial Construction Blog
APRIL 24, 2023
We have spent years qualifying and building trusting relationships with our network of more than 20,000 subcontractors. Permitting : The best way to turn your permit review process around in a timely manner is to work with a qualified and experienced architect and engineer to produce the best documents possible.
Curtain wall design-assist: Navigating the process for success
Construction Specifier
OCTOBER 1, 2024
A traditional sequence of design-bid-build procurement arrangement of the curtain wall is likely appropriate in this example, so long as the initial basis-of-design selection does not require significant system design alterations to fit unique project requirements. Figure 1: Collaboration is the key to design-assist success.
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Amending cladding claims outside the limitation period. (E)PS, was it ever really compliant?
Practical Law Construction
FEBRUARY 23, 2022
Post Grenfell, many building owners have discovered fire safety defects that need to be remedied. The owner faced problems with its claim, which will be familiar to many claimant building owners: The owner was almost out of time. The question is: who should pay? As has been widely reported, the answer to this is rarely straightforward.
Enforcing an adjudicator’s decision where no order for payment
Practical Law Construction
JULY 28, 2020
The parties had entered into an undated contract incorporating the JCT Design and Build Conditions, 2011 Edition, for WRW to design and build nine dwellings on a site in Twickenham. is an amount due as added by the debt from DDD to WRW as is permitted by Clause 8.7.5 in the sum of £568,597.32.
5 EPA Regulations to Follow for a Green Construction Site
Construction Daily News
FEBRUARY 7, 2024
Each construction project requires scrutiny to ensure you follow local, state and federal regulations on building sites. This government agency is responsible for patrolling how the building sector affects the environment. generated about 600 million tons of waste in 2018. An older EPA estimate says C&D projects in the U.S.
Discover the Latest News on Duluth High-rise Construction, Future of Nashville, and Summer Road Closure
Construction Daily News
MAY 16, 2023
Construction of the Stalled Duluth High-rise is Likely to Resume Soon Original Source: Construction of stalled Duluth high-rise likely imminent Next to Essentia Health’s new downtown hospital, a high-rise apartment building may be built. In 2018, the project was estimated to cost $70.4 million, but it currently costs $85 million.
Location Focus: The Carolinas – Growth Climate Warms In The Carolinas
Business Facilities
JULY 22, 2014
Through the Office of Innovation, we want to create a business environment in South Carolina that is ideal to start and build a high-growth company.”. The $50 million investment is expected to create approximately 150 jobs by 2018. “The knowledge economy represents a vital part of South Carolina’s present and future. McCrory said.
Using Vacant Land To Benefit The Residents Of Bedford, Texas
CCR Magazine
AUGUST 8, 2024
Zoning Laws and Permit Costs The age-old zoning rules often pose a challenge to the dynamic growth of cities, affecting housing affordability and sustainability. Around 75 percent of land in American cities is zoned for single-family residences only, which limits the diversity in building types and hampers efficient mass-transit networks.
Lessons From the Hudson River PCB Cleanup Project | ENR.
ENR Construction
AUGUST 8, 2012
Building Types. The company had permits for most of its discharges. In 2007, before the dredging started, GE began building the Fort Edward processing and dewatering complex as well as a separate collection tunnel beneath the river to collect PCBs infiltrating from its Hudson Falls site. Search our site: Infrastructure.
Locations For The Food Processing Industry: The Food Puzzle
Business Facilities
AUGUST 14, 2017
The company also plans to build a fulfillment center in Fairfield, CA in 2018. The same month, agricultural startup, AppHarvest, said it would build a $50 million high-tech greenhouse in Pikeville, KY. Located in the Elliot Road Technology Corridor, production is expected to begin in the first quarter of 2018.
Global Growth Surge in Southwest Louisiana
Business Facilities
SEPTEMBER 20, 2017
They not only liked what they saw, they decided to build their company footprints in southwest Louisiana. The Director of Economic Development, Frank Fink will serve as the Parish guide to finding the right site, work through Zoning and Permitting issues and provide a complete set of regional demographic data and interpretation.
From Bresco to Meadowside and Astec: from incompatible and futile to exceptional and permitted
Practical Law Construction
APRIL 22, 2020
Bresco and Meadowside went into liquidation in 2015 and only served notices of adjudication in 2018. Indeed, the directions for the conduct of the three adjudications show the court not simply permitting the liquidation adjudications to proceed, but proactively trying to ensure their effectiveness.
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