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Article 4 Direction: What Property Owners Need to Know Before Converting

UK Construction Blog

Key Takeaways An Article 4 Direction is a legal measure that restricts permitted development rights, requiring property owners to obtain planning permission for changes that would normally be allowed without application. Ever wondered why your neighbour needed planning permission for a simple extension while you didn’t?

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Secrets of Environmental Permitting Solar Farms

Civil + Structural Engineer

By Ken MacDonald, Regional Director of Environmental Permitting and Compliance with UES First, a secret is only a secret if one doesn’t know it. There are lessons learned, hints discovered, and tips earned through permitting and compliance for tens of thousands of acres of solar energy facilities. What are the potential effects?

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California revives study of earthquake faults

BD+C

California reinstituted an ambitious plan to study dangerous earthquake faults and create zoning maps that could restrict development. In July, the California Geological Survey began to zone the Santa Monica fault, which is among 2,000 miles of fault lines statewide that still need to be mapped.

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Renovate or Extend? How to Choose the Right Home Improvement for Your Budget & Needs

UK Construction Blog

When calculating costs, consider that extensive renovations involving structural changes can sometimes approach the cost of building a new home. Reconfiguring existing space is typically more eco-friendly than building new extensions. Over-Structure Extensions build on top of existing single-storey structures like garages.

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UNR Parking Services: A Comprehensive Guide for Students and Visitors

Construction Daily News

From different types of parking permits to convenient online services, navigating campus parking is easier than ever. Understanding the specific permits required for various campus areas is crucial for anyone looking to park at UNR. Online tools simplify the process of managing parking permits and payments.

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From Deck to Patio: How to Create Flow with Pavers and Concrete Finishes

CCR Magazine

Consider these traffic patterns: From the house to the grill area Between seating zones To and from garden features Identifying Key Transition Areas Smooth transitions make your outdoor space feel cohesive. Think about how different areas flow into each other, like from a dining spot to a fire pit zone.

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Minnesota Couple is Building a Straw Bale House

Natural Building

The two had been planning to construct a passive home for years and were waiting for city zoning code to comply. Working with their architects and city planners, they eventually applied for a cluster development permit. Turns out there’s an app for that, “Hay Map,” which matches shoppers with local hay and straw providers.