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Unlocking the potential of pickleball and padel courts

CCR Magazine

In the context of pickleball and padel courts, adaptive reuse enables developers and municipalities to transform unused properties into vibrant recreational hubs. For land use and zoning, adaptive reuse often involves reimagining vacant lots, parking lots or industrial spaces to meet the evolving needs of a community.

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NAHB Develops Land Use Resources for Home Builders and Buyers

The Pro Builder

To help make this information more accessible to the broader public and home builders alike, NAHB’s Land Development Committee formed a working group to study and produce educational resources on land-use policy. This drives up the cost of land and, in turn, the cost of housing.

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Light at the End of the Tunnel

Civil + Structural Engineer

The city has consistently topped more than $1 billion in new construction permits over the past 11 years as it grows and builds new businesses, apartment complexes, and more. Despite the recent growth, some of the citys underground infrastructure is not so new. In fact, the storm drain system is about 100 years old.

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Key Benefits of Choosing a Design-Build Contractor

CCR Magazine

For developers, business owners, and homeowners, understanding the benefits of design-build is crucial when planning a successful construction project. Permitting applications, material procurement, and preliminary site work can start while the final design is still being refined. In contrast, design-build enables parallel workflows.

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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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Crafting a Blueprint for Safety: The Significance of Traffic Control Plans

Civil + Structural Engineer

These comprehensive blueprints provide a structured framework for managing vehicular and pedestrian traffic in and around construction sites, roadwork zones, and various infrastructure projects. When developed meticulously, a Traffic Control Plan can turn a potentially hazardous work environment into a safer, more efficient workspace.

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Managing Construction Costs in NYC: Key Factors to Know

CCR Magazine

New York City, with its towering skyscrapers, intricate infrastructure, and ever-growing skyline, is one of the most exciting and expensive cities for construction in the world. Permitting and Regulatory Costs New York City has a detailed and often complicated regulatory environment, which adds to construction costs.