Construction News

MAY 17, 2024

Scottish ministers have been given the power to directly commission remediation work on dangerous cladding without owners’ permission. On Tuesday (14 May) the Scottish Parliament unanimously approved the Housing (Cladding Remediation) (Scotland) Bill.

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ENR Construction

JUNE 29, 2022

The project at the Madison campus is part of a slate of work the Wisconsin State Building Commission approved for state funding.

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ENR Construction

JANUARY 25, 2018

The Chicago Plan Commission votes to approve a $700 million development that's planned to include the city’s sixth-tallest building.

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Stonemark

JANUARY 30, 2023

There are plenty of reasons to build a dream home in Beverly Hills. Challenges of Building Luxury Homes in Beverly Hills If you plan to build a mansion in Beverly Hills, California , your most significant challenge will be to satisfy the city’s Building Review Commission.

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OmTrak

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

New Model Guidance for Building Manuals Issued by Australian Building Codes Board The Australian Building Codes Board has developed a new Model Guidance for Building Manuals. This guidance is a national model for building manuals defining the minimum building manual information requirements.

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OmTrak

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

New Model Guidance for Building Manuals Issued by Australian Building Codes Board The Australian Building Codes Board has developed a new Model Guidance for Building Manuals. This guidance is a national model for building manuals defining the minimum building manual information requirements.

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Practical Law Construction

JANUARY 12, 2023

The recent judgment of the TCC in St James’s Oncology SPC Ltd (Project Co) v Lendlease Construction (Europe) Ltd and another provides a fascinating commentary on the importance of drafting a building contract that is tailored to deliver the needs of the employer and the end-user. . The project agreements clause.

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Commercial Construction Blog

SEPTEMBER 25, 2017

When I think back on the most interesting construction projects and challenges I’ve handled in my career as a national commercial contractor, without a doubt some of the most memorable have been in landmark-status buildings. Because these buildings are well-known and prominently located, making it all the more exciting to work in them.

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Building Permits Property Management Historic Preservation Material Handling 89

BD+C

OCTOBER 8, 2013

More than half of the funding, $706 million, would go to build a new terminal for the Louis Armstrong International Airport. The city''s Planning Commission has approved the plan, but funding needs to be found from an array of sources. ( [link] ). New Orleans plans to invest $1.1 Legislation Codes and Standards'

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Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 22, 2020

Communicate with customers, consultants, regulatory agencies, and presentations at Board meetings and/or Commission hearings. Obtain and evaluate proposals from job order contractors and other vendors on approved construction projects. Ensure vendor/ contractor compliance with all safety and code regulations.

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CCR Magazine

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Orders are now being accepted for the latest 2024 edition of the ANSI/NETA Standard for Electrical Commissioning Specifications for Electrical Power Equipment and Systems , a publication of NETA, the InterNational Electrical Testing Association.

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BD+C

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

That’s how long it took developer L&L Holding Company to get approval from the New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission for its retail master plan of the lobby of the AT&T Headquarters Building.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 15, 2023

Recognising the need for a central hub that could bridge these distances, Hodari turned to Autodesk Build to help. By adopting Autodesk Build, Hodari created an environment that eliminated fragmented communication and was the foundation for improving team collaboration.

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Roads Online

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Their latest trial of the first Australian Design Rules (ADRs) approved and road registered 100 per cent electric truck mixer is reflecting this push. The SANY eMixer was the first ADR (Australian Design Rules) approved 8×4 rigid chassis in Australia to be fully electric powered, using CCS2 DC charginginfrastructure.

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Construction Marketing

JANUARY 25, 2023

Commercial real estate development involves the process of acquiring, designing, constructing, and leasing or selling commercial properties such as office buildings, retail centers, and industrial parks. This phase includes determining the project’s scope, selecting materials, and determining the necessary permits and approvals.

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Contractors Liability Blog

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Environmental and Green Building Standards Boston makes sure you follow green building rules, which might mean getting permits and doing things in an eco-friendly way. Massachusetts likes green ideas, too, but it’s not as strict as Boston when it comes to making buildings energy-efficient.

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OmTrak

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023

Building Manuals: Embracing Change for Safer, Efficient Facilities The Building Confidence Report (BCR) In 2018, the Building Confidence Report (BCR) was tabled by State and Territory Building Ministers in response to concerns regarding building defects and cladding fires. What Should Building Manuals Contain?

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Stonemark

AUGUST 9, 2020

However, a good knowledge of local planning and building department practices and expectations can help streamline the approval process. However, a good knowledge of local planning and building department practices and expectations can help streamline the approval process.

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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. Design team Architect: typically leads the design team.

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Bylt News

OCTOBER 27, 2023

The firm will be building luxury garden estate homes in Germantown, Tennessee. Mainland has received approval to build five 3-story attached residences which will range between 4,400 to 5,600 square feet. This is the 3 rd approved Germantown project for the company. The land was sold to Mainland for $2.4 million in 2021.

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Business Facilities

OCTOBER 20, 2016

Reser’s Fine Foods, a manufacturer of freshly prepared foods, will build a new 300,000-square-foot prepared salad plant in Topeka, KS. The Joint Economic Development Organization (JEDO) approved a maximum incentive total of $665,000 for the project: $329,000 for capital investment and $336,000 for job creation.

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NH Construction Law

JUNE 24, 2018

RSA 155-D, first enacted in 1979 before the international building codes came into prominence, has largely been redundant since New Hampshire’s adoption of the International Energy Conservation Code as part of its state building code ( RSA 155-A ) in 2002. HB 1472 was intended to clean up that redundancy. Section 103.1

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ENR Construction

JULY 11, 2018

After approving a 2019 building code that requires all new homes in the state to have rooftop solar panels starting in 2020, the California Energy Commission is now eyeing commercial buildings.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Toll Brothers is acting as managing member and development lead for the project, overseeing approvals, design, construction, and sales. Vista Pointe represents a rare opportunity to build a luxury waterfront community with outstanding amenities and unparalleled views of Manhattan.

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Construction Law

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Kwarteng seemed at least to have partially diagnosed the symptoms, if not the cause, of the UK’s pained pace for approving vitally needed infrastructure. It can take ten years for a large infrastructure project to get through planning and approvals, and it may take another ten years to build.

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Business Facilities

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

The company will build a 60,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility adjacent to its current manufacturing campus. In addition, the Virginia Tobacco Region Revitalization Commission approved $95,000 in Tobacco Region Opportunity Funds. The project will create 28 new jobs. Photo: Hapco Pole Products.

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UK Construction Blog

DECEMBER 1, 2023

The post Read the Latest News on Bluebeam and CIOB Promote Building Software, Construction Must Adopt Technology, UK Investigates Cheap Chinese Excavator Imports and Construction Starts Declined Dramatically appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Additionally, Construction-starts fell significantly despite rise in planning approvals.

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ENR Construction

JANUARY 31, 2018

The Chicago Plan Commission on Jan. 18 approved a $700-million development that, as presented, would include the city’s sixth-tallest building.

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Contractors Liability Blog

AUGUST 19, 2024

Electricians: The Kentucky Department of Housing, Buildings, and Construction (HBC) issues electrical licenses. Consult local government offices like the Bowling Green Planning and Zoning or the Covington Building & Inspections Department for details. Once approved, you’ll receive your contractor’s license.

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Best Practices Construction Law

APRIL 18, 2013

Fast forward seven years and a new bill is being sent to Governor Bill Haslam''s desk that essentially repeals Tennessee''s Prevailing Wage Act.

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Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Other relevant observations during the deglazing process can include verification that approved components ( i.e. gaskets, other sealants, cleaners, primers, spacers, setting blocks, etc.) He specializes in investigation and repair of the building envelope. are properly installed. She can be reached at dlandis@wje.com.

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CK Power

DECEMBER 15, 2020

About 150 feet of exhaust pipe and multiple louvers must be installed on the side of the building for air intake and outtake. Clients are guided through all applicable regulatory requirements such as NFPA 110 , NFPA 99, the Joint Commission , FM Global standards, IBC seismic requirements and the National Electrical Code®. .

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Business Facilities

OCTOBER 12, 2016

The new building will be adjacent to MPG’s current 130,000-square-foot facility. Together, the two buildings will provide expanded space for the company to increase production of its powder forged connecting rods, which automobile manufacturers use to improve fuel efficiency in gasoline and diesel engines.

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Business Facilities

JULY 1, 2016

I congratulate Frontier Secure’s leaders on their expansion and thank them for their partnership with the Commonwealth in our continuing work to grow, diversify and build a new Virginia economy.”. “I VCEDA approved a $5.6 The Virginia Tobacco Region Revitalization Commission approved $2 million in Tobacco Region Opportunity Funds.

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Stok

MAY 23, 2023

The e nergy efficient commercial building tax deduction (IRS 179D ) is a simple way for building owners to make the most of their investment in high-performance real estate. 179D is a tax deduction for energy efficient equipment installed in a commercial building that reduces the energy cost by 25-50% in comparison to an ASHRAE 90.1

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Construction Specifier

DECEMBER 23, 2024

on the exterior of the building, which increases the effective thermal resistance of the assembly. Wall panels with shiplap joints may also require installation in a particular order on the building. They must also be safely handled during installation and hoisted onto the building. EIFS provides continuous insulation (c.i.)

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Contractors Liability Blog

AUGUST 20, 2024

This individual will need to meet specific work experience requirements: Two years (4,000 hours): For Residential Building, Building Specialties, Asphalt Bitumen and Concrete Construction, Fixed Works, Residential Wiring, Electrical Specialties, and certain Mechanical Specialties. Pre-approval is required before scheduling these exams.

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