The Pro Builder

JUNE 3, 2023

per month in Climate Zone 2 (see map below) and $0.92 per month in Climate Zone 3 for a standard 2,500 square-foot single-family house, yet it costs roughly $1,366 to achieve that level of insulation. per month in Climate Zone 2 (see map below) and $0.92 The analysis indicated average energy savings of $0.67

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Below, we review the top OSHA violations based on 2024 and 2023 data, highlighting actionable steps and practical takeaways to help you stay ahead in 2025. With that said, here are the top OSHA violations cited during Fiscal Year (FY) 2024, showcasing recurring issues and proven ways to prevent them.

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The Pro Builder

JANUARY 17, 2024

ibush Wed, 01/17/2024 - 10:54 A new report maps out a path for residential new construction and retrofits to reach urgent climate goals A new report by the U.S. climate zones. What Will It Take to Bring All New and Existing Construction to Net Zero?

Building Standards 246

Building Standards Mapping Zoning Building Design 246

The Pro Builder

AUGUST 21, 2023

Public Comment Period Opens for 2024 National Green Building Standard Update ibush Mon, 08/21/2023 - 06:30 The 45-day public comment period opened Aug. Public Comment Period Opens for 2024 National Green Building Standard Update ibush Mon, 08/21/2023 - 06:30 The 45-day public comment period opened Aug.

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The Pro Builder

APRIL 18, 2024

Build an Efficient Exterior Envelope for Greater Energy Savings The exterior envelope of TNAH 2024 showcases a thoughtful, strategic blend of multiple insulation products and air-sealing techniques to achieve an impressive R-value of 26.54, a key factor in the home’s overall energy efficiency. square inches.

Renewable Energy Systems 243

Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency Energy Conservation Wall Systems 243

The Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

RELATED 18 Ways to Maximize Your IBS ROI (and 10 Things to Avoid) NAHB Opens Registration for 2024 IBS A Look at Housing's Future: It Takes a (Show) Village What to expect from IBS education: Always an attendee favorite, IBS education sessions are unrivaled sources of knowledge and know-how in residential construction.

Building Materials 246

Building Materials Zoning 246

The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

If you’re Dan Coletti, the designer and builder of The New American Home 2024 in the luxury custom-home community of Ascaya in Henderson, Nev., Project specs: The New American Home 2024 Location: Ascaya , Henderson, Nev. The New American Home 2024 is no exception. it all starts in the kitchen. “I

Ceiling Systems 130

Ceiling Systems Fire Protection Systems Flooring Systems Wall Systems 130

Safety Services Company

JUNE 13, 2024

In June, as we celebrate National Safety Month 2024 , it’s imperative to acknowledge the strides made in safety technology within industries like construction, oil, and gas. Master Your Work Site Risk Management for National Safety Month 2024 National Safety Month is a great time to take stock and refine your risk management strategies.

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Risk Management Building Performance Measurement Building Controls Cost Control 127

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 6, 2023

The new 15 miles of general purpose lanes are expected to open in late 2024, and the flex lanes are expected to open in 2025, the first of their kind in Arizona. Drivers are reminded to use caution and obey the reduced speed limit of 65 mph throughout the project’s 23-mile construction zone from Anthem Way to Sunset Point.

Zoning 259

Zoning Building Design 259

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 19, 2023

The 16-acre winery with vineyards which will overlook Gopher Canyon Creek, a pond, and avocado orchards are anticipated to be complete in the Summer of 2024. Consolidating the development zone on this property to create an open space preserve will benefit the region as a whole, the wildlife and ecosystem, and future residents.”

Engineering 264

Engineering Site Planning Public Works Building Design 264

The Pro Builder

APRIL 23, 2024

Key insights from the study include: Zoning Restrictions Require Flexibility: While advocacy campaigns can significantly sway how manufactured housing is perceived, we saw only one instance where project leaders were able to change zoning code to allow manufactured homes where they were previously prohibited.

Zoning 130

Zoning Site Planning Building Codes Government Works 130

The Pro Builder

JANUARY 8, 2024

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.

Land Use Regulations 130

Land Use Regulations Building Permits Zoning Permits 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 10, 2024

were recently honored with 2024 Project of the Year Awards from the Wisconsin Chapter of the American Public Works Association (APWA). BROOKFIELD, Wis. — The County S expansion project and the County EM highway resurfacing project, both located in Kenosha County, Wis., mile-long, two-lane rural road.

Public Works 130

Public Works Project Management Consulting Structural Systems Project Management 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 17, 2024

How do you keep a team cohesive when everyone’s spread across different time zones? But there is a rub: managing these new work models isn’t a walk in the park. There are challenges, no doubt. How do you maintain company culture in a virtual world? Stuart McLendon is COO at Zweig Group. Contact him at smclendon@zweiggroup.com.

Collaboration 264

Collaboration Zoning Landscaping Building Design 264

The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Concrete Wall Panels Help Build Noncombustible Homes qpurcell Wed, 02/21/2024 - 11:24 As California’s wildfires rage and major home insurers pull out of the state , the rising risk of home fires isn’t being helped by conventional construction, says Scott Long. When one wood-frame home goes up, others nearby quickly follow, he says.

Concrete Pouring 289

Concrete Pouring Wall Systems Building Resilience Building Materials Manufacturing 289

Safety Services Company

MAY 21, 2024

This article will focus on *ISNetworld® client additions in May 2024 and their specific compliance requirements. As an addition to the * ISNetworld® new client list, they are looking to restart offshore operations by mid 2024. We will also share how you can stay competitive and maintain compliance in the bidding process.

Renewable Energy Systems 93

Renewable Energy Systems Insurance Management Safety Regulations Health Regulations 93

The Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Register Now for the Builders’ Show and Get Special Pricing Image Credit Photo: Pro Builder ibush Tue, 09/03/2024 - 12:40 Take advantage of early registration by Sept. Meet with the top companies in the industry.

Zoning 130

Zoning 130

The Pro Builder

MARCH 13, 2024

Lack of investment in public transportation over the past few decades, combined with the fact that even where substantial transit exists in a community, new housing is more likely to be built far from transit than near it, suggests local planning and zoning policies are also to blame, Route Fifty reports.

Zoning 130

Zoning 130

BDC Network

DECEMBER 14, 2023

What's next for affordable housing in 2024? At district levels, we’re seeing zoning incentives that allow greater density or parking exemptions for developments that take significant affordability and sustainability measures, which can really help a project’s bottom line. For those already doing that, it helps close funding gaps.

Building Resilience 105

Building Resilience Real Estate Development Building Performance Measurement Building Design 105

The Pro Builder

JUNE 11, 2024

10 US Metros Embracing YIMBY Housing Policies csweeney Tue, 06/11/2024 - 12:50 Current zoning regulations are adding to the U.S. housing shortage, but cities such as Washington, D.C., and Chicago want to change that While some U.S.

Zoning 130

Zoning 130

Roads Online

APRIL 1, 2025

The upgrade includes a new boarding assistance zone, new lifts, a new footbridge and concourse, and improved accessible public toilets. Two new lifts at Tuggerah were opened in October 2024 as the two-year project progressed. A small amount of finishing work will continue through mid-2025.

Public Works 66

Public Works Government Works Lifts Ramps 66

The Pro Builder

MAY 13, 2024

Prefab Plus Infill: A Formula for Homes People Can Afford in Places They Want to Live qpurcell Mon, 05/13/2024 - 08:03 When we think of building new homes , we might conjure up images of massive tracts of land being cleared for large developments with new roads, new sidewalks, and new utility lines.

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Prefabrication Site Planning Government Works Modular Construction 264

The Pro Builder

MARCH 26, 2024

Read more Affordability Zoning Housing Policy + Finance Housing Policy + Finance And New Jersey is not alone; other U.S. states with strong housing markets, such as California and Massachusetts, have also adopted similar approaches recently. It would also encourage development near rail stations, particularly those close to New York.

Zoning 130

Zoning Building Permits Permits Building Standards 130

CCR Magazine

APRIL 2, 2025

The installation of the mass timber panels began in Spring 2024 and is now fully complete. Zone 1 : Four hybrid mass timber buildings (4 stories each) totaling 897,500 square feet of office space and parking decks.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Building Materials Manufacturing Building Materials Zoning 52

CCR Magazine

AUGUST 4, 2024

Things like zoning laws, building codes, or tricky clauses in contractor agreements can be quite challenging to deal with without professional help. What You Need to Know about Zoning Laws Zoning laws define how specific areas can be used, directly affecting what modifications can be legally made. </p>

Building Code Compliance 52

Building Code Compliance Zoning Building Codes Safety Regulations 52

PC Construction

DECEMBER 5, 2024

In 2024, CMAA recognized 17 projects for their outstanding achievements in construction management, with the BETA project winning the top honor in the commercial, sports, entertainment or hospitality greater than $50 million category. acre geothermal field, which is one of the largest in New England.

Concrete Pouring 52

Concrete Pouring Facility Management Schedule Management Project Management 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Opened in June 2023, it is expected they will be in place until March 2024. The structures were opened in June 2023 and are expected to be in place until August 2024. The roadway width for the longer two-lane bridge is 30 feet (9.15 m); the shorter bridge is 18 feet (5.49 The bridges rented to C.A. Hull are 190 feet (57.9

Modular Construction 130

Modular Construction Infrastructure Development Project Management Schedule Management 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

MARCH 18, 2024

By Peter Tardy, PE, Director of Telecommunications Whether sitting in the corner end zone or the corner bar, encountering slow, interrupted, or complete loss of internet service is a major inconvenience. In 2024, there is no excuse. Ten years ago, it may have been tolerable.

Geotechnical Engineering 264

Geotechnical Engineering HVAC System Installation Environmental Consulting Building Design 264

BDC Network

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Maximizing office square footage through ‘agile planning’ 0 qpurcell Mon, 09/16/2024 - 11:50 Office Buildings Lauren Elliott, RID, NCIDQ, Director of Interior Design, Design Collaborative, shares tips for a designing with a popular and flexible workspace model: Agile planning.

Zoning 98

Zoning Building Design Collaboration Surveying 98

The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Really ibush Fri, 02/16/2024 - 11:01 The United States has a housing affordability problem. And if they aren’t built at scale (a dubious assumption given current zoning and covenants, conditions, and restrictions), their cost per square foot is comparable to building a full-size home, eroding their affordability. 3D printed homes.

Building Products Distribution 130

Building Products Distribution Cost Control Building Codes Building Controls 130

Roads Online

MAY 9, 2024

Roads & Infrastructure Magazine outlines what the Western Australian Government’s 2024/25 State Budget means for the region, which highlights $13.8 Image courtesy of the Western Australian Government. billion for port, road, rail and transport infrastructure. To download the full Budget Overview, click here. The post $13.8B

Budgeting 104

Budgeting Government Works Public Works Zoning 104

The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

IBS #W2343 THE NEW AMERICAN HOME 2024 GOLD SPONSORS Kohler / *StoneWorks / Wellborn Cabinet Ceiling-Suspended Kitchen Faucet by Kohler Designed to maximize functionality and make kitchen tasks easier, the Purist Suspend kitchen faucet from Kohler * mounts from the ceiling, remaining out of the way until needed.

Ceiling Systems 130

Ceiling Systems Wall Systems Electrical Wiring Installation Piping Installation 130

Plant & Civil Engineer

JANUARY 8, 2024

Develon, formerly Doosan Construction Equipment, has won honours in two of the categories in the CES 2024 Innovation Awards to be announced during the CES 2024 Exhibition, the world’s largest electronics trade show, being held in Las Vegas in Nevada, USA. autonomous construction equipment solution.

Construction Equipment 52

Construction Equipment Controls Manufacturing Zoning Engineering 52

CCR Magazine

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Home construction is evolving at a rapid pace, with new technologies, design preferences, and sustainability goals shaping how homes are built in 2024. Here are the top home construction trends homeowners should keep an eye on in 2024. Net-zero homes, which produce as much energy as they consume, are also gaining traction.

Renewable Energy Systems 52

Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency Modular Construction Energy Conservation 52

CCR Magazine

AUGUST 9, 2024

As we move further into 2024, the process of selecting an agent has evolved, incorporating new technologies, trends, and strategies. Step 1: Research and Get Referrals When starting your search for a real estate agent in 2024, it’s best to begin the search from within your personal connections and online resources. Let’s dive in!

Property Management 59

Property Management Contracts Zoning Inspection 59

Building Radar

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

As Japan moves forward with its ambitious urban and economic plans, 2024 is set to be a pivotal year for infrastructure development. This project focuses on completing a ring road around Tokyo, which is expected to greatly reduce the traffic burden on the capital’s central areas and improve access to key industrial and commercial zones.

Infrastructure Development 52

Infrastructure Development Real Estate Development Building Materials Manufacturing Project Management 52

BDC Network

JUNE 6, 2024

HOK presents neurodiversity research and design guidelines at SXSW 2024 0 qpurcell Thu, 06/06/2024 - 06:44 Office Buildings Workplace experts share insights on designing inclusive spaces that cater to diverse sensory processing needs.

Building Design 59

Building Design Building Optimization Building Materials Public Works 59