Construction Specifier

JANUARY 7, 2025

The Province of Ontario has introduced an Environmental Protection Act ( EPA ) that defines a contaminant as any solid, liquid, gas, odor, heat, sound, vibration, radiation, or combination resulting directly or indirectly from human activities that may cause an adverse effect. The DEP has the power to require additional noise mitigation.

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Environmental Impact Assessment Environmental Consulting Building Code Compliance Land Use Regulations 59

Levelset

OCTOBER 31, 2022

Environmental laws provide the backbone for permitting and reporting requirements on construction projects, while a wide variety of state and municipal laws impose even stricter rules. Failure to follow local and federal environmental requirements can lead to significant financial penalties, civil action, and even criminal charges.

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Environmental Impact Assessment Building Permits Land Use Regulations Material Storage 52

CCR Magazine

AUGUST 23, 2024

Changes in zoning laws and environmental regulations significantly impact land acquisition strategies. Companies must navigate a complex web of regulations to secure permits and approvals, which vary by location. Collaborating with other developers, investors, or local entities can result in shared risks and pooled resources.

Real Estate Development 52

Real Estate Development Land Use Regulations Environmental Impact Assessment Environmental Consulting 52

UK Construction Blog

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

With environmental concerns gaining precedence, stakeholders who are keen on being with the times are adopting strategies to reduce ecological impact. Sustainable Site Selection Sustainable site selection involves considering the environmental, social, and economic impacts of a construction project on a specific location.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Environmental Impact Assessment Renewable Energy Systems Energy Conservation 52

Construction Junkie Blog

AUGUST 23, 2021

Large-scale construction and infrastructure projects involve complex scheduling, with many interdependent tasks and moving parts. As you can imagine, this holds significant financial implications for GCs and developers. The most common (and most impactful) pitfall for large-scale construction is an unrealistic timeline.

Environmental Impact Assessment 78

Environmental Impact Assessment Budgeting Building Materials Manufacturing Cost Control 78

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 3, 2024

The post Read the Latest News on Masdar Arlington Energy Builds a 55 MW Battery Plant in UK, EV Trial Has Been Completed by Costain and Enterprise, Environmental Issues Raised by Airport Building, Plans for a UK Hydrogen Facility Were Revealed appeared first on UK Construction Blog.

Renewable Energy Systems 64

Renewable Energy Systems Environmental Impact Assessment Building Permits Energy Efficiency 64

Construction Daily News

APRIL 20, 2023

Meanwhile, March saw a slowdown in new construction, with permits falling by 8.8%. On top of that, the development of O-I Glass’s first MAGMA-powered factory in the United States has begun. March Permits Down 8.8% Original Source: New Construction Softens in March With Permits Down 8.8% March Permits Down 8.8%

Building Permits 52

Building Permits Permits Green Building Contracts 52

Wrench

JULY 14, 2023

Infrastructure projects involve various stakeholders who play important roles in planning, designing, financing, constructing, operating, and maintaining the infrastructure. Project Owners/Sponsors : These are the entities or organizations that own or sponsor the infrastructure project.

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Project Management Consulting Environmental Impact Assessment Project Management Stakeholder Engagement 52

Construction Daily News

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

The project promises to enhance local infrastructure while fostering economic growth and community engagement. As the community anticipates these changes, stakeholders are keen to ensure that the new development aligns with local interests and environmental standards.

Environmental Impact Assessment 52

Environmental Impact Assessment Stakeholder Engagement Historic Preservation Site Planning 52

CCR Magazine

AUGUST 8, 2024

Unoccupied parcels have untapped potentials that can be harnessed for community development and upliftment. Other resources touch on aspects like flood insurance and buyer representation agreements, seemingly unrelated but crucial when considering potential development. Lender Requirements Lenders assess risk before financing.

Land Use Regulations 52

Land Use Regulations Real Estate Development Zoning Property Management 52

Buildern

MARCH 6, 2025

The answer lies in the construction site inspection checklist, which is a powerful tool to monitor progress, assess if it complies with local regulations, and ensure that everything is carried out according to the highest standards. Try to understand their suitability for the given construction project and environmental conditions.

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Inspection Quality Control Environmental Impact Assessment Safety Regulations 52

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 8, 2024

It oversees comprehensive installation, exhaustive maintenance and prompt repairs of intricate water supply systems, complex drainage and sewer connectivity, fire suppression infrastructure, and more based on specialized needs. Health and Plumbing Relations The connection between public health and plumbing infrastructure runs deep.

Plumbing 52

Plumbing Plumbing Systems Piping Installation Renewable Energy Systems 52

UK Construction Blog

JULY 27, 2023

Edinburgh’s Leading Construction Firms Edinburgh boasts a vibrant and dynamic construction industry, with companies specializing in various sectors, such as residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects. They provide a wide range of services, including residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects.

Infrastructure Development 52

Infrastructure Development Safety Regulations Project Management Consulting Building Permits 52

Business Facilities

JULY 15, 2014

Food-related manufacturing is present in many of the public power communities across the state, largely because the communities have a low cost of operation and a wealth of infrastructure to aid in the production process. Within the industrial parks, all sites have utilities and other necessary infrastructure in place.

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Building Products Distribution Building Materials Manufacturing Infrastructure Development Controls Manufacturing 64

Buildern

MAY 4, 2023

These two countries have thriving construction sectors characterized by large-scale infrastructure projects, residential and commercial developments, and innovative architectural designs. These permits are like golden tickets granting legal permission to bring your construction plans to life. trillion U.S.

Fire Protection System Installation 52

Fire Protection System Installation Electrical Wiring Installation HVAC System Installation Heavy Lifting Transportation 52

Building Information Management

SEPTEMBER 18, 2015

This is the fourth in a series of publications discussing best practices developed by the Office of Federal Procurement Policy (OFPP). Impact of FASA. Developing the Statement of Work. Streamlining Development of the Solicitation. Executive Office of the President. INTERIM EDITION. Last Updated: February 19, 1999.

Contracts 45

Contracts General Contracting Building Performance Measurement Government Works 45

Building Information Management

JULY 27, 2016

Site and Infrastructure Subgroup: Divisions 30 – 39. 00 31 24 Environmental Assessment Information. Environmental Impact Study Report. Environmental Impact Report Evaluation. Record of Environmental Impact Decision. Environmental Impact Mitigation Report. 00 31 46 Permits.

Fire Protection System Installation 45

Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Collaboration Heavy Equipment Manufacturing 45

Building Information Management

JULY 27, 2016

Site and Infrastructure Subgroup: Divisions 30 – 39. 00 31 24 Environmental Assessment Information. Environmental Impact Study Report. Environmental Impact Report Evaluation. Record of Environmental Impact Decision. Environmental Impact Mitigation Report. 00 31 46 Permits.

Fire Protection System Installation 45

Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Collaboration Heavy Equipment Manufacturing 45

Bylt News

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

On the heels of nearby political and alone the social environmental infrastructure collateral needs of a region the State and private interest pushes forward for a much needed redevelopment and cleanup and revitalization of a once, hopefully now temporary, depleted and overseen area with critical economic needs.

Infrastructure Development 52

Infrastructure Development Fire Protection System Installation Real Estate Development Historic Preservation 52

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 14, 2025

Health impacts of air pollution are significant, with WHO identifying it as the top environmental health risk globally contributing to approximately 7 million premature deaths annually, with healthcare costs potentially reaching 1,275 billion by 2060. Every breath you take matters.

Environmental Impact Assessment 52

Environmental Impact Assessment Quality Assurance Quality Control Building Performance Measurement 52

Contractors Liability Blog

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Boston’s rich history, environmental rules, and city-specific regulations make the licensing process more complex. Specialty Contractors Fields such as plumbing, HVAC, and electrical work need specific licenses that Massachusetts boards oversee, but Boston might ask for extra local permits for these trades.

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Permits Historic Preservation Building Permits Renewable Energy Systems 52

Roads Online

APRIL 3, 2025

The objectives set for the National Sustainability Committee are to promote the sustainability of industry through best environmental management practices and to advance the industrys reputation as leading, mature and trustworthy, partnering with key stakeholders to drive best industry practice outcomes for Australia.

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Sustainability Environmental Impact Assessment Energy Efficiency Procurement 71

Building Information Management

JUNE 22, 2012

This lead to the development of a paired down version of the knowledge, skills and abilities (core competencies) arranged into three levels with associated pay grades and military ranks. Sys tem Des ign: We developed a system that focused on the highest impact core competencies common to every agency -­?

Building Performance Measurement 45

Building Performance Measurement Fire Protection System Installation Renewable Energy Systems Fire Protection Systems 45

Construction Daily News

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023

On Thursday, the 72-page Government Accountability Office (GAO) report released its first impartial assessment of border wall damage. About 450 miles [724 km] of US southwest border barriers were developed by federal agencies. In its report, the GAO stated they waived federal environmental and other rules to speed construction.

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Land Use Regulations Environmental Impact Assessment Government Works Public Works 52

Construction Daily News

DECEMBER 19, 2024

In todays construction news, read about the US construction industry being impacted by the increase in global metal prices caused by China’s removal of export tax refunds on copper and aluminum exports. Developers are cautiously optimistic, with some projects moving from planning to development. San Francisco v.

Environmental Impact Assessment 52

Environmental Impact Assessment Building Permits Land Use Regulations Infrastructure Development 52