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The Link Between Land-Use Reforms and Housing Development

The Pro Builder

The Link Between Land-Use Reforms and Housing Development ibush Mon, 01/08/2024 - 15:31 Minneapolis has managed to increase housing supply while keeping rents in check. New land-use regulations and policies to encourage housing construction In 2019, the city of Minneapolis took the bold step of eliminating single-family zoning.

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Under Water?

Civil + Structural Engineer

Climate Change Imperils Some Wastewater Treatment Plants – And Their Workers By Thomas Renner Climate change is being felt all around the world, even in some areas that escape attention. Falls are common at water treatment plants, and plants struggling to adjust to climate change are even more perilous.

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Discover the Latest News on Water Utility Construction and Construction Insurance Capacity

Construction Daily News

Meanwhile, according to a WTW analysis, the capacity levels in the global construction insurance market are noticeably rising and are getting close to what was observed in 2019 during the previous soft market cycle. Climate change has weakened the water delivery system, and California officials say it delivers less water than before.

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The Start of Celebration: the 2023 Yearbook of Engineering Achievement

Civil + Structural Engineer

We ask that you join us in the celebration of the AEC industry and learn more about the projects leading the way in changing the future of the built environment. Construction Management Co.: By celebrating these different areas of the AEC industry, the 2023 YEA winners represent everything that matters to you: our audience.

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Making headway: what to do about tower crane safety?

Practical Law Construction

With the scarcity of land and new residential or office developments literally growing upwards, cranes are an everyday sight in urban areas. The competency and training of those operating and supervising cranes could be considered as an area in need of regulatory change. In 2017, three men were killed while a crane was being erected.

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2 Hudson Square: A New Landmark in New York City’s Architectural Landscape

Construction Daily News

The development of 2 Hudson Square marks a significant milestone in the transformation of the Hudson Square area into a vibrant mixed-use destination. The area’s transformation reflects influences from nearby neighborhoods and significant changes in zoning laws.

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Uncover the Latest News on New UK Building Product Launched by Markel, Arup Cuts Jobs as UK Construction Slows, British Construction Firm Buckingham Group Near Collapse, South East Plans Permission-ready Properties First, and Construction Business Civil Sanction Boosts Charity Funds

UK Construction Blog

Collateral warranty evaluations, debt recovery support, 24/7 stress management and legal/HR helplines, and construction consultant advice are benefits. The Ukraine crisis continues to disrupt supply lines and drive energy prices higher, while political instability at home has left developers wondering what regulatory changes they may face.