The Pro Builder

MAY 8, 2023

The effect of local land-use policy on housing affordability is not often readily understood by those outside of the home building industry. Most local jurisdictions set maximum densities, usually expressed as dwelling units per acre, in their zoning standards to plan ahead for infrastructure needs.

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Land Use Regulations Zoning Building Codes Green Building 243

Contractors Liability Blog

OCTOBER 31, 2024

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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The Pro Builder

MARCH 8, 2024

A System that Takes Developers and Builders from Design to Completion qpurcell Fri, 03/08/2024 - 11:41 When the team behind the design-build company Shibusa Systems researched the causes of the U.S. Fewer people can build many more homes per year.” All the other building materials are standard. The upshot?

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Plumbing Systems Roofing Systems Flooring Systems Wall Systems 264

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 14, 2025

LDCs don’t replace Building Regulations approval – you may need both to ensure your development is both lawfully permitted and safely constructed. It’s particularly valuable when using permitted development rights for home extensions, loft conversions, or outbuildings.

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Building Permits Safety Regulations Fire Protection Systems Site Planning 52

The Pro Builder

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Prefab, Modular Homebuilder Touts Energy and Cost Benefits qpurcell Wed, 10/04/2023 - 09:00 Dvele —a California-based manufacturer of prefab, modular homes—got started by bringing two building concepts together: high performance and factory construction. In 2018, Brandon Weiss, a third-generation U.S.

Building Resilience 264

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Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Environmental benefits are making an even stronger case for opting to use tents rather than the standard steel storage container both for new builds and major renovation projects. We can locate and access building materials quickly and quietly in the middle of the night during a remodel.

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Material Storage Steel Fabrication Fire Protection System Installation Building Materials 246

Commercial Construction Blog

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

During this stage, the client/GC team collaboratively address site assessments, permit requirements, and scheduling, leveraging the GC’s practical experience in the field. This commitment to quality control boosts project value, ensures compliance, and builds trust between the client and the contractor​.

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Collaboration Risk Management Schedule Management Quality Control 52

Construction Daily News

JANUARY 25, 2025

To help in this regard, keep reading as we explore some of the most effective strategies for adapting to new building codes in 2025. What to Expect from Building Codes in 2025 As can be expected, standards of excellence are only set to increase in the construction industry in 2025.

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Building Codes Building Code Compliance Fire Protection Systems Roofing Systems 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Owners building complex industrial projects face a wide range of risks in delivering their projects as quickly and as cost-effectively as possible. This is a major departure from traditional design-bid-build delivery where the team only sees lump sum costs with various contingencies and, of course, large margins.

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Project Management Consulting Risk Management Schedule Management Project Management 246

Rabbet

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

These include: Building materials (lumber, concrete, steel, etc.) Labor costs for construction workers Site preparation and excavation Physical equipment and machinery Landscaping Utility installation These costs are typically easier to estimate because they involve physical, measurable items and standard labor rates.

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Real Estate Development Cost Control Construction Machinery Schedule Management 52

The Pro Builder

OCTOBER 18, 2023

This change permits lenders to consider ADU rental income in underwriting mortgages, improving borrowers' qualification prospects for FHA financing on properties with ADUs. The FHA also plans to introduce ADU-specific appraisal requirements to better capture potential rents, Realtor.com reports.

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Building Permits Estimating Building Standards Permits 130

Roads Online

JANUARY 28, 2025

The Sheahan Bridge Upgrade project is investigating upgrade requirements and improvement options to allow Performance Based Standards (PBS) vehicles to use the Hume Highway Corridor without restriction.

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Contracts Building Permits Permits Government Works 59

Prodyogi

APRIL 22, 2023

Construction laws are a set of standard rules and principles followed to construct any building or structure in the country. In the United States, construction laws cover various aspects of construction projects like building codes, safety regulations, contract laws, environmental regulations, and labor laws.A

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Safety Regulations Building Codes Building Standards Contracts 130

CCR Magazine

APRIL 4, 2025

In response, the city now offers 19 square feet of storage per capita well above industry standards, with storage rents averaging $118 per month, balancing demand and affordability. building permits, self-storage needs are set to increase. In Florida, Vero Beach sees strong demand for downsizing and decluttering.

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Building Permits Mapping Building Controls Permits 52

Construction Specifier

APRIL 9, 2025

percent embodied carbon savings compared to the regional industry average 28-day standard-cured compressive strength, rising to as much as 68 percent with specific applications in the building. In addition, the city required the project to install photovoltaics (PV) on the buildings roof. It achieved 52.4

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Energy Efficiency Green Building Renewable Energy Systems Building Design 59

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

The starting price sits at AUD 80,000, and choosing the right builder needs careful thought to meet quality standards and regulations. The building journey goes beyond just construction schedules. Experience and track record Professional tiny home builders know specialised construction methods that go beyond regular home building.

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Fire Protection System Installation Building Code Compliance Plumbing Systems Fire Protection Systems 52

Wolgast Corporation

JUNE 24, 2024

Design-Build Construction (DB) is one of the increasingly popular methods of construction. Instead of hiring an Architect to design your building and then finding a General Contractor to bid the design, a commercial building owner gets the designer and the contractor as one entity.

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Building Design Building Permits Building Materials Site Planning 97

GCP Applied Technologies

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

There are international standards that regulate the use of Portland Limestone cement. For example, the European Standard EN 197-1 permits a number of cement types as well as setting criteria for the limestone itself. Building Envelope Solutions. Learn more about cement additives. Cement additives. Cement production.

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Building Products Distribution Cost Control Quality Control Building Controls 147

Construction Specifier

JULY 25, 2023

Department of Energy (DOE) published a new report on July 13, titled “Enhancing Resilience in Buildings Through Energy Efficiency.” Provide for new single-family buildings, benefit-cost ratios from two times to more than six times, making a strong financial argument for adoption. population across 15 states— the U.S.

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Energy Conservation Building Codes Building Resilience Energy Efficiency 90

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 13, 2025

Permitting and Regulatory Costs New York City has a detailed and often complicated regulatory environment, which adds to construction costs. Zoning laws, building codes, environmental regulations, and permits all contribute to the overall expense of any construction project.

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Construction Management Project Management Consulting Cost Control Real Estate Development 52

The Pro Builder

MARCH 26, 2024

Setting statewide standards lets city leaders know what’s expected of them regarding affordable housing without relying on the courts. It will allow local governments to develop their own housing plans, with incentives to build places to live for older people and for people with disabilities. And New Jersey is not alone; other U.S.

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Zoning Building Permits Permits Building Standards 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 20, 2023

Rehabilitation becomes necessary as dams age, technical standards and techniques improve, and downstream populations and land use change. Funding and permitting constraints contribute significantly to the slower rate of completion. ASDSO is a national, non-profit association dedicated to building a future where all dams are safe.

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Estimating Building Permits Permits Building Standards 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

It is no secret that buildings make up a significant portion of yearly emissions, and this recognition has led to industry-wide efforts to find new ways to decarbonize and retrofit buildings. Part of this came with a commitment to measuring the embodied carbon of all of their projects within the buildings sector.

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Building Codes Building Materials Building Design Building Standards 130

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Objective, reliable, and veriable Construction Cost Estimates are critical to best value outcomes for all repair, renovation, maintenance, and new build activities. Quantities must leverage consistent, industry standard units of measure. Each construction task should be unique and identifed by using a standard data architecture (i.e.

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Estimating Material Storage Building Standards Building Permits 98

Construction Marketing

JANUARY 17, 2023

If you have a commercial building, consider installing a solar power system. One of the best ways of installing solar panels in a commercial building is by placing them in an open area. You may install them on your building’s roof or the roof of a carport if there isn’t any adjacent clear, open ground.

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Renewable Energy Systems Roofing Systems Electrical Systems Energy Efficiency 120

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

With that information, HNTB finished preliminary design in phase two, resulting in taking the bridge down to its arch ribs and building it back up. This change adheres to today’s safety standards while fitting aesthetically with the railing’s overall nature. WJE, a subcontractor to HNTB, completed full bridge inspection and testing.

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Historic Preservation Concrete Pouring Project Management Consulting Change Management 275

iField Smart

JANUARY 21, 2025

Data breaks: Construction projects can create heaps of data including permits, blueprints, daily progress reports, and material inventories. Safety issues and compliance: Ensuring safety of workers and complying with safety standards are non-negotiable. This enhances safety and ensures high quality standards for projects.

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Risk Management Schedule Management Project Management 52

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 1, 2025

Swinerton’s early commitment to mass timber began in 2016 with the design, permitting, and construction of the then largest mass timber office building in the U.S.First Tech Federal Credit Union Oregon Corporate Campuswhich was delivered four months faster and four percent cheaper than structural steel.

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Sustainability Renewable Energy Systems Environmental Impact Assessment Structural Systems 52

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 20, 2025

Start with Research Before diving into the pool-building process, start by researching local pool builders in your area. Additionally, inquire about their experience in building the type of pool you want. The estimates should include a breakdown of costs for labor, materials, permits, and additional features. </p>

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Building Permits Material Handling Building Materials Estimating 52

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 20, 2025

Coworking spaces have evolved far beyond traditional office buildings, with more businesses turning to warehouses as a flexible and cost-effective alternative. Another crucial aspect of planning is ensuring compliance with relevant building regulations and safety requirements.

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Painting/finishing Flooring Systems Safety Regulations Fire Protection System Installation 52

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Designed by the architecture firm, Brooks + Scarpa, this innovative project defies traditional apartment buildings by creating a welcoming cube design that prioritizes communal spaces with a courtyard which is open to the street. The mixed-use building features 279 m 2 (3,000 sf) of retail space and dedicates 12 units for low-income tenants.

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Energy Efficiency Flooring Systems Roofing Systems Building Materials 110

Construction Specifier

JANUARY 13, 2025

When open, these doors add space to accommodate clientele outdoors when weather permits. These choices cater to aesthetic preferences and support energy efficiency goals important to building owners and occupants. ft) up to 6 m (20 ft) and heights ranging from 1.2 m (4 ft) to 4.2

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Energy Efficiency Building Materials Manufacturing Ceiling Systems Energy Conservation 59

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Each one of these partners recognizes that linking data with Autodesk solutions helps teams advance their data capabilities and ultimately build better. Over 220 of these integrations now work with Autodesk Build, our comprehensive field and project management solution.

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Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Code Compliance Project Management Building Permits 118

Construction Marketing

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

However, with a construction loan , you can build your dream home from scratch without making compromises. A construction loan is high-interest, short-term financing that you can use to custom-build your home. With a construction loan, you can build your home from scratch and customize it to your satisfaction.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 15, 2024

Mortenson) as engineer of record (EoR) on the design-build team. It’s a joyous moment to be breaking ground on a project that represents the new standard for public transit in the United States,” said Juan Macias, CEO of AlphaStruxure. WSP, a leading engineering, environment and professional services consultancy, is contracted by M.A.

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Renewable Energy Systems Electrical Systems Project Management Consulting Green Building 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 6, 2024

Soto provides technical leadership to the firm’s South Florida water team to ensure that all technical deliverables and programs meet or exceed industry standards. His wide-ranging experience includes master planning, grant funding development and permitting, design, program management and construction. WSP in the U.S. wsp.com

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Project Management Consulting Building Resilience Infrastructure Development Electrical Systems 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 19, 2023

the firm’s team of certified and licensed professionals set the gold standard in evaluating environmental risk, ensuring compliance, and developing innovative solutions to characterize and remediate contaminants for government, industrial, and commercial clients. With experience across the U.S.,

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