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Single-Family Build Time Grew in 2023

The Pro Builder

The amount of time it takes to build a single-family home is increasing. months on construction, according to the National Association of Home Builders’ Eye On Housing blog. In 2023, the average time to complete a single-family house was 10.1 months, with 1.5 months spent on obtaining authorization and 8.6

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Boston Contractor Licensing Guide 2024: Steps, Permits, and State Differences

Contractors Liability Blog

The OCABR gives out statewide licenses, but Boston needs extra paperwork and permits for projects in some trades: General Contractors Need a Massachusetts Construction Supervisor License (CSL) to work on projects that affect structural elements. Historic Preservation Compliance Boston has tough rules for contractors working on old buildings.

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What Permits Are Required for Home Renovation Projects?

Construction Daily News

Of course, there’s plenty to do to prepare a home for demolition, including hiring a reputable contractor, picking out finishes and obtaining the necessary permits. Permits are required for just about any major home renovation, from updating the kitchen to adding extra square footage to taking down a load-bearing wall.

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The First Permitted Tire Bale Home in New Mexico

Natural Building

I recently received the following email from Kimi Ishikawa: We are in the process of building the first-ever fully permitted tire bale home in New Mexico! Anyway, here is our blog post on our build, in case you have any interest in including it in the Natural Building Blog: [link] com/post/breaking-new-ground.

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Building a New Home: 5 Crucial Tips You Should Follow

CCR Magazine

Building a new home is both an exciting and daunting pursuit. There’s much more you need to consider when it comes to making your home-building process smoother and more efficient. If you’re unaware of how you can build a new home and where to start, no worries; we’ll not let you be unaware anymore.

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Las Vegas Contractor Licensing vs Nevada: Key Differences and Requirements

Contractors Liability Blog

This guide will show you how to get licensed, from the types of licenses you can get to local permit rules and costs, and how Las Vegas rules differ from state rules. Building Contractor License Fits contractors who work on building-specific projects, like remodels, renovations, and new builds.

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Read About the Latest News on US Housing Starts Dropping, Permits are Rising, and US Military Construction

Construction Daily News

In today’s construction news, learn about a spike in permits that revealed that the lack of available housing continued to boost new construction even if U.S. Meanwhile, building permits for single-family homes increased at their quickest rate since May 2022, a sign of confidence in future demand. to 535,000 units. million to 1.6

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