Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 7, 2024

stands on the former site of an Auto Zone that was destroyed during the 2014 protests following the tragic shooting of Michael Brown. Years ago, there was a resident-driven community plan to determine what should happen on W. The event marked a significant milestone in the community’s revitalization efforts.

Building Design 264

Building Design Building Resilience General Contracting Public Works 264

Construction Enquirer

AUGUST 13, 2023

Student accommodation specialist Alumno is set to start a new project on Moss Lane East in Manchester following a successful planning application. Residents will also have access to a hub of amenities including private study booths, collaboration space, lounges, cinema, gym, karaoke zone and a wellbeing room.

Zoning 176

Zoning Site Planning Approvals Project Management 176

The Pro Builder

MAY 13, 2024

According to Roberts, Villa’s focus on infill has been enabled in recent years by zoning and other policy changes that allow single-family lots to be divided into smaller lots for more, and more affordable, housing. And it can work with geographically dispersed factories closer to its sites, which reduces the cost of transporting the modules.

Prefabrication 264

Prefabrication Site Planning Government Works Modular Construction 264

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 9, 2025

Without proper planning, even the best-designed commercial construction projects can face delays, cost overruns, or legal issues. With a competitive landscape and unique local challenges, precise planning becomes critical. With a competitive landscape and unique local challenges, precise planning becomes critical.

Land Use Regulations 52

Land Use Regulations Site Planning Environmental Impact Assessment Mapping 52

Construction Enquirer

JULY 17, 2023

Construction will start later this year on phase one which will include road and energy infrastructure and the earthworks required to create development plots and landscape zones.

Stakeholder Engagement 193

Stakeholder Engagement Infrastructure Development Government Works Site Planning 193

The Pro Builder

JULY 28, 2023

As part of the plan, the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is introducing an $85 million federal program called the Pathways to Removing Obstacles to Housing, which will award grants of up to $10 million to jurisdictions that are working to remove barriers to housing production, NAHB reports.

Energy Efficiency 130

Energy Efficiency Zoning Government Works Site Planning 130

Construction Enquirer

JULY 27, 2023

Manchester City FC has got the planning thumbs up for a £300m expansion of its Etihad Stadium. It is anticipated that main construction works will commence on-site in November, with John Sisk widely expected to be named main contractor shortly. This will be completed and open during the 2025/26 football season.

Approvals 156

Approvals Site Planning Public Works Zoning 156

The Pro Builder

APRIL 23, 2024

Key insights from the study include: Zoning Restrictions Require Flexibility: While advocacy campaigns can significantly sway how manufactured housing is perceived, we saw only one instance where project leaders were able to change zoning code to allow manufactured homes where they were previously prohibited.

Zoning 130

Zoning Site Planning Building Codes Government Works 130

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 29, 2025

Pre-planned worksite LED lighting layouts present cost-saving opportunities and mitigate redundant workload while safeguarding construction workers and passersby. Sports Field Construction Project Benefits: Facility managers and project managers benefit from significant cost savings when an adaptive outdoor lighting plan is utilized.

HVAC System Installation 52

HVAC System Installation Zoning Site Planning Building Materials 52

The Pro Builder

MAY 27, 2023

There are multiple causes— the cost of land, city requirements on zoning and home site footage , and NIMBY i s m (Not In My Back Yard)— but often it simply comes down to making a project pencil out … which is increasingly challenging and often not achievable. Life circumstances also play a role.

Site Planning 228

Site Planning Building Design Green Building Zoning 228

The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

The homes’ fire resistance, Long adds, will enable NileBuilt to build in high-risk fire zones. Rendering courtesy NileBuilt Another benefit of the panels, he says, is that they’re made right on the job site—not manufactured in a facility and then shipped hundreds of miles away in gas-powered trucks. Villa home.

Concrete Pouring 289

Concrete Pouring Wall Systems Building Resilience Building Materials Manufacturing 289

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

By Greg Ryan Traffic Control Plans are an integral part of civil and structural engineering projects, impacting safety, efficiency, and success. These comprehensive blueprints provide a structured framework for managing vehicular and pedestrian traffic in and around construction sites, roadwork zones, and various infrastructure projects.

Safety Regulations 130

Safety Regulations Cost Control Site Planning Zoning 130

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 15, 2025

These professionals handle everything from initial planning to the final walkthrough, ensuring the project meets both functional and aesthetic goals. From designing blueprints to managing on-site work, a construction company brings together skilled professionals, materials, and processes to create structures that last.

Building Code Compliance 52

Building Code Compliance Material Handling Building Permits Building Codes 52

LetsBuild

APRIL 28, 2023

Location-based planning and scheduling (LBS) is a methodology used by construction project managers to optimise their planning and scheduling processes by taking into account the physical location and space of their projects. Maybe we need to think about construction planning and scheduling a little differently.

Schedule Management 98

Schedule Management Zoning Site Planning Project Management 98

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 9, 2023

Scott Hamwey, director of infrastructure planning within the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) Office of the Chief Engineer, is delivering the keynote address — “Major MBTA Initiatives: Where They Come From, Who They Serve, and How to Pay for Them. This year’s problem is a deep excavation site in Boston with poor soil.

Geotechnical Engineering 130

Geotechnical Engineering Site Planning Project Management Consulting Risk Management 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 10, 2024

The offset drive system utilized pulleys to enable operators to stay clear of the pour area, reducing site congestion and maximizing workspace efficiency. Once the plans were approved, Clover and company then visited Curb Roller Manufacturings facility in Kansas for a complete mockup and small pour showing how everything worked together.

Concrete Pouring 130

Concrete Pouring Heavy Equipment Manufacturing Flooring Systems Controls Manufacturing 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 21, 2023

FACTS The zoning plan for phase 5 of the Bergen Light Rail was adopted on 31 May 2023. The UNESCO world heritage site Bryggen, the old Hanseatic wharf in Bergen, has been a place of trade for a thousand years. We are proud to be entrusted with this important phase of the Bergen Light Rail, working with such a strong team.

Site Planning 130

Site Planning Zoning Contracts Sustainability 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 18, 2023

One such community that goes mostly unnoticed are Native Americans, whose archaeological sites are greatly affected by coastal erosion. There are hundreds of these sites in coastal Louisiana. The whole motivation behind the [MRDAM] project is to focus on cultural resources that are being impacted and bring them to light,” Konsoer said.

Engineering 130

Engineering Geotechnical Engineering Environmental Impact Assessment Site Planning 130

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 20, 2024

AVAIO Digital Partners (AVAIO Digital) has signed an agreement with the Appomattox County Economic Development Authority (EDA) for the purchase of a 452-acre business and industrial site in Appomattox County VA. AVAIO Digital plans to develop the site into a $3 billion data center campus with substantial onsite green power.

Infrastructure Development 52

Infrastructure Development Site Planning Green Building Project Management 52

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 16, 2025

Meanwhile, advances in 3D printing allow for faster, on-site fabrication of components, opening up new possibilities for affordable housing and emergency infrastructure. Modular construction the prefabrication of sections off-site is gaining traction for its speed and scalability.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Safety Regulations Infrastructure Development Health Regulations 52

Construction Marketing

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

For those looking to invest in a vacant lot (also known as ‘raw land’), the thought of going on to develop the site can be daunting, especially for those who have never taken on such a large project before. In some cases, it can take years to get a zoning change approved by the necessary planning board.” Land clearing concerns.

Zoning 109

Zoning Building Permits Site Planning Permits 109

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 14, 2024

A circular drive to service rapid entry and exit to the apparatus bay by the fire trucks rings the site plan. The exterior has a muted color palette compared to the bright red palette of the active zone. The prefabricated structure is clad in fireproof, corrugated steel sliding, and built on rigid steel frame grids.

Prefabrication 104

Prefabrication Modular Construction Zoning Site Planning 104

The Pro Builder

DECEMBER 12, 2023

“Most people wanted apartments on that lot, but the zoning board was against it,” says Witt, president of Witt Construction , a local custom home design/build firm. “My All of the homes have open floor plans on the main level and most gave buyers the option to add or reconfigure second floors and finish out a below-grade level.

Real Estate Development 130

Real Estate Development Flooring Systems Site Planning Building Design 130

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 17, 2025

Key Takeaways An Article 4 Direction is a legal measure that restricts permitted development rights, requiring property owners to obtain planning permission for changes that would normally be allowed without application. Ever wondered why your neighbour needed planning permission for a simple extension while you didn’t?

Building Permits 52

Building Permits Historic Preservation Land Use Regulations Permits 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

First, communities should recognize the impacts of auto-centric uses on walkability and then create and implement comprehensive land use policies and zoning regulations. Zoning ordinances facilitate coexistence When planning a walkable community, consider where goods and services are needed.

Land Use Regulations 130

Land Use Regulations Zoning Building Standards Safety Regulations 130

PC Construction

JUNE 4, 2024

This project, which was completed last year, is the planned Phase 1 of a two-phase master building plan on a 40-acre former brownfield site. Work included substantial site preparation, blasting and excavation, a parking lot and utility road, and a 2.7-acre acre geothermal field, which is one of the largest in New England.

Concrete Pouring 96

Concrete Pouring Facility Management Site Planning Building Permits 96

Construction Daily News

JANUARY 25, 2025

In addition, prefabrication processes yield many sustainability benefits that traditional on-site construction methods cannot match. On-site, most prefab components require far less preparation and foundation work, allowing for quicker, more efficient construction that requires smaller labor teams.

Prefabrication 52

Prefabrication Building Codes Foundation Systems Site Planning 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 10, 2024

The project team overcame many challenges including historical flooding issues, exhaustive utility and railroad coordination, Kenosha Regional Airport/FAA runway protection zone requirements, and the establishment of public trust and consent necessary for a local program project of this magnitude. mile-long, two-lane rural road.

Public Works 130

Public Works Project Management Consulting Structural Systems Project Management 130

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 24, 2025

This blog delves into the overlap of clean energy and planning controls. Why Listed Buildings Are A Special Case Listed buildings, by their nature, are identified as having architectural or historic significance and are listed under the Town and Country Planning Act. But installing them in old buildings is a challenging task.

Green Building 52

Green Building Renewable Energy Systems Energy Conservation Piping Installation 52

The Construction Index

MARCH 20, 2025

A planning application has been submitted to Birmingham City Council for the redevelopment of 52 Gas Street, a derelict canalside site within the city’s Western Gateway Growth Zone. Read Full Article: The Construction Index

Zoning 64

Zoning Site Planning 64

BDC Network

AUGUST 17, 2023

Best Practices: Work with What You Have Any architect can look at a dilapidated site and suggest tearing it down and starting from scratch. That’s not to say that these types of sites won’t present their own challenges that may require making adjustments to bring the project up to current code. Utilize existing infrastructure.

Site Planning 98

Site Planning Infrastructure Development Structural Systems Zoning 98

Civil + Structural Engineer

JANUARY 8, 2024

Ware Malcomb provided lab planning, site design, and interior architecture and design services for the buildings, encompassing approximately 32,000 and 52,000 square feet, respectively. The project was recognized as the winner of the NAIOP DC | MD Design Excellence Award for Best Life Science Facility.

HVAC System Installation 130

HVAC System Installation Real Estate Development Energy Efficiency Electrical Systems 130

Safety Services Company

JUNE 13, 2024

Building Robust Risk Management Processes Before implementing specific technologies and techniques for a safer work zone, we must first set up a blueprint for a more compliant culture. Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments A comprehensive risk management plan should start with mastering hazard identification.

Risk Management 127

Risk Management Building Performance Measurement Building Controls Cost Control 127

UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

The post 10 Effective Ways to Reduce Commercial Energy Consumption on Construction Sites appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Reducing commercial energy consumption on construction sites is both an economic and environmental priority for companies looking to enhance efficiency and sustainability.

Renewable Energy Systems 52

Renewable Energy Systems Energy Conservation Energy Efficiency Electrical Systems 52

Roads Online

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Teletrac Navman is encouraging a greater use of telematics to better manage health and safety, location, preventive maintenance, and utilisation for all machinery and equipment across construction sites. With on-site safety still a major concern, telematics can help establish a safer working site. Where are they on the site?

Schedule Management 105

Schedule Management Construction Machinery Construction Equipment Project Management 105

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 13, 2025

Whether you are a homeowner planning a renovation , a developer looking to break ground on a commercial project, or simply an interested party in the real estate market, understanding the construction costs in NYC is crucial for making informed decisions. NYC is built on a variety of terrains, including bedrock, sandy soils, and marshland.

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Project Management Consulting Cost Control Real Estate Development 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

MARCH 11, 2024

In simplest terms, to get environmental approvals, agency regulators need the answers to three questions: What resources are at the site? Site Selection and Impact Assessment The initial step in the solar environmental permitting journey involves meticulous site selection and impact assessment. What are the potential effects?

Permits 130

Permits Environmental Impact Assessment Energy Conservation Environmental Consulting 130