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New Federal Nationwide Wetlands Permits Suspended

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New Federal Nationwide Wetlands Permits Suspended. Though builders and developers rely on nationwide wetlands permits (NWPs) for an easier authorization process to begin projects that could potentially impact federally regulated wetlands, a new court ruling is putting a pause on the issuance of new permits. . Construction.

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Revocation of LEED Certification

Green Building Law Update

Revocation of LEED Certification is the title of the largest section within the U.S. Green Building Council’s Guide to LEED Certification: Commercial. And one of the most common questions by owners considering LEED certification is, does USGBC revoke certification? from Gold to Silver) or revoke certification.

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CRANE OPERATOR CERTIFICATION

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OSHA recently announced that it would extend deadline for implementing its crane operator certification rule requiring employers to ensure that crane operators are certified until November 10, 2017. Certification by an independent nationally accredited testing organization. Qualification by the U.S.

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How To Set Up Solar Panels In A Commercial Building

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A non-profit organization called the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) offers professional development, continuing education, and certification for solar energy and other renewable energy businesses. Before starting the installation process, you must get all the necessary permits and approvals.

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Miami Beach’s New Green Building Tax

Green Building Law Update

In 2015, 64 permits were issued for buildings over 7,000 square feet. Apparently none of those projects are today registered with GBCI as pursuing or having achieved a LEED Gold certification. Apparently none of those projects are today registered with GBCI as pursuing or having achieved a LEED Gold certification.

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Happy New Year From DoD – The Proposed CMMC Rule Is Here

Federal Construction Contracting Blog

Department of Defense (DoD) published the much anticipated proposed rule for the revamped Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) 2.0 The assessment must be completed before contract award and the certification of compliance is good for three years afterwards. POA&Ms under Level 1 are not permitted.

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QR Codes Unlocking Secrets of NYC Building Permits | ENR.

ENR Construction

QR Codes Unlocking Secrets of NYC Building Permits. New York City building permits are sprouting up with QR codes that instantly unlock vast amounts of project information. It is now nearing the issuance of its 200,000th building permit with a QR code. QR codes are expected to be on all permits by the end of 2013.

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