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NAHB Develops Land Use Resources for Home Builders and Buyers

The Pro Builder

The effect of local land-use policy on housing affordability is not often readily understood by those outside of the home building industry. Each primer focuses on a component of land-use policy and the impact it has on builders and buyers: density, zoning, and development review.

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Unlocking the potential of pickleball and padel courts

CCR Magazine

As cities face challenges with limited land availability and increasing demand for recreational and entertainment facilities, adaptive reuse has emerged as a cost-effective, sustainable solution. Adaptive reuse refers to repurposing existing structures or land for a use different from its original intent. What is Adaptive Reuse?

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The Role of Accurate Planning in Commercial Construction

CCR Magazine

Both Waco and Dallas present opportunities for developers, but they also come with complexities. Before breaking ground, developers need to evaluate the property, considering factors such as its boundaries, terrain, and environmental conditions. Land surveys are an essential component of this phase.

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What is ‘Zoning’ in Construction: Regulations and Their Impact on Development

Building Radar

Zoning is a fundamental concept that influences how properties can be developed and used in construction and urban planning. Zoning regulations are essential for managing land use, ensuring that development is orderly, and balancing the needs of residential, commercial, and industrial areas.

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Achieving Balance Among Drive-thrus and Walkable Communities 

Civil + Structural Engineer

More land is consumed for vehicle stacking to keep waiting cars from extending into the roadway, as well as accommodating bypasses or “bailouts” to let drivers out of the queue, if needed. Despite some communities prohibiting drive-thrus, it is clear that in most places communities are hesitant to discourage uses that the market demands.

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Using Vacant Land To Benefit The Residents Of Bedford, Texas

CCR Magazine

Are you seeking innovative ways to maximize the use and benefit of vacant lands in Bedford, Texas? Unoccupied parcels have untapped potentials that can be harnessed for community development and upliftment. Potential of Vacant Land in Bedford The unused, vacant land in Bedford, Texas presents a golden opportunity.

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What Are the Essential Steps to Buying Land for Commercial Use?

CCR Magazine

When it comes to purchasing land for commercial use, the process can be intricate, requiring a clear understanding of the steps involved. Whether you’re aiming to build your own business property, develop it for rental income, or make an investment, the journey requires due diligence, expert advice, and careful planning.