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NAHB Advocacy Efforts and Outcomes

The Pro Builder

and providing greater flexibility when using bond financing to build or preserve LIHTC properties. Department of Health & Human Services budget proposal completely eliminated Job Corps funding. It would also allow state and local governments flexibility in amending the codes prior to adoption. Raimondo and Relentless Inc.

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4 considerations for increasing biodiversity in construction projects

BDC Network

Polly Osborne Designers / Specifiers / Landscape Architects Engineers Architects Regulations Biophilic Design Sustainable Development Sustainable Design and Construction Urban Planning When we spend time in nature, we instinctively feel its value. There’s more focus than ever on the environmental impact of construction projects.

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Navigating Government Regulations in Construction Projects

CCR Magazine

Navigating government regulations in construction often feels like steering a ship through ever-changing waters. Rules evolve, new standards emerge, and just when you think you’ve figured it out, another update lands. You should also work on forming strong relationships with local officials.

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Embracing Change for Safer, Efficient Facilities

OmTrak

Legislation and the Role of Facility Managers The Victorian Government took a significant step by legislating that Building Manuals are a pre-condition to issuing an Occupancy Certificate for new facilities. Multiple government regulations add complexity, and each creates silos for specific information provision.

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A Look at the Regulations Surrounding Commercial Construction in California

Stonemark

Commercial construction projects tend to be heavily regulated, and notably so in California. Each city, county, and town has various agencies that outline their own criteria, and trying to understand these regulations can easily overwhelm even a seasoned developer.

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Guide to Getting a General Contractors License in Maine: Electricians, Plumbers, and More

Contractors Liability Blog

Whether you’re working on residential or commercial projects, this guide will walk you through the steps to get your contractor’s license for various trades in Maine. From electrical work to asbestos removal, knowing the local regulations, insurance, and bonding requirements will make sure your business is compliant and legal.

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Making headway: what to do about tower crane safety?

Practical Law Construction

With the scarcity of land and new residential or office developments literally growing upwards, cranes are an everyday sight in urban areas. However, working in densely populated areas also means that there can be catastrophic consequences in the event of failure. The responsibility to address competency is two-fold.