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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. However, between a proposal to harness the sun’s power and throwing the switch lies the complexity of environmental permitting. Spoiler alert: There are no real “secrets.”

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The Role of Accurate Planning in Commercial Construction

CCR Magazine

Without proper planning, even the best-designed commercial construction projects can face delays, cost overruns, or legal issues. These areas are home to diverse projects ranging from retail complexes to large-scale office buildings. In Texan cities like Waco and Dallas, where commercial construction is thriving, the stakes are higher.

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Barrier breakthroughs: Achieving airtightness in modern construction

Construction Specifier

Photo courtesy Intertek As building codes and standards evolve, the demand for airtight, environmentally friendly building enclosures increases among building owners, insurers, and design professionals. Within the AEC industry, research focuses on predicting and quantifying the impact of air leakage. By Matthew Ridgway, P.E.

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Phases of Commercial Real Estate Development

Construction Marketing

Find a Location The development process begins with identifying a suitable location and assessing its potential for development. This includes analyzing factors such as zoning regulations, transportation access, and market demand. You must secure financing for the project. This can be done through a purchase or lease agreement.

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Essential Tips for Securely Storing Construction Materials

PN - Project Management

After all, securely storing construction materials is a logistical necessity and crucial to project success! From safeguarding against theft to protecting against environmental factors, not properly protecting your construction materials can significantly impact project timelines, quality and budgets!

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Transform Your Garage: 10 Simple DIY Upgrades for a More Functional Home Space

UK Construction Blog

From simple DIY projects like painting walls in light colours to installing affordable storage solutions that maximise vertical space, you can create a functional, visually appealing extension of your living space. A proper assessment helps identify both limitations and opportunities in your space.

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The Different Types of Surveyors – Listed & Explained

UK Construction Blog

You won’t find anyone in the construction industry who doesn’t agree that the role of a chartered surveyor within any construction project is pivotal. Quantity Surveyor A quantity surveyor helps to manage and control some of the financial aspects of a construction project.