Green Building Law Update

DECEMBER 9, 2018

At a time when solar panels are de riguere a recent decision by a Maryland appellate court limiting the authority of local governments to regulate the location and specifics of construction of a solar farm has broad implications far beyond this case. The Washington County Board of Zoning Appeals granted the relief requested.

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Pro Builder

MAY 11, 2021

Housing regulations during development and construction account for $93,870 or 23.8% Such costs include applying for zoning approval, hard costs of compliance, such as fees and required studies, and fees paid by the builder after purchasing the lot. increase during the five-year span between NAHB’s 2016 and 2021 estimates.

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Green Building Law Update

SEPTEMBER 4, 2016

Today, building codes in many jurisdictions require construction be 1 foot freeboard. construct above the 2% annual chance flood approach (also known as the 500 year flood); or. construct above “the elevation and flood hazard area that result from using any other method identified” by FEMA.

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HardHatChat

NOVEMBER 29, 2016

Rounding the corner into the final weeks of 2016, it’s time for our annual post predicting the commercial construction trends that will influence the industry in the coming year. Here’s how that overall trend will drive commercial construction opportunities across different sectors in the coming year: Eat.

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ENR Construction

OCTOBER 11, 2017

million-square-meter Rio 2016 Olympic Park— located in Barra da Tijuca, the city’s West Zone—served as the hub of South America’s first Olympiad. Rio de Janeiro’s 1.18-million-square-meter

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Lets Build

JULY 11, 2017

There isn’t a topic that doesn’t have its own podcast and that includes the construction industry. Let’s be honest, listening to podcasts on construction sites can prove difficult. So without further a due, here are in our opinion, the 40 best construction industry podcasts we have handpicked for you: 1. The ConTechTrio Podcast.

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Construction Equipment

FEBRUARY 9, 2017

Houston-based Hines Interests is seeking zoning approval for its new project at 1017 W. The building would be similar to the seven-story T3 office building finished in 2016 in Minneapolis which was built using engineered wood with each floor separated by a concrete layer. Division Street in Chicago.

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

APRIL 12, 2016

By Business Facilities Editorial Staff From the March/April 2016 Issue. Our 2016 awards include recognition for the locations that have led the way in smart-grid modernization, innovative funding for infrastructure projects, renewable energy breakthroughs and new tools for supporting startups and entrepreneurs. Plenary Group USA Ltd.

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

SEPTEMBER 26, 2013

According to the Florida & Metro Forecast 2013–2016 , published in April by the Institute for Economic Competitiveness (College of Business Administration, University of Central Florida), Florida’s economic future also looks bright. percent in 2016. percent by the end of 2016. percent during 2013 to 2016. percent).”.

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Pro Builder

OCTOBER 5, 2020

And, perhaps, an influx of skilled construction labor may also help close the housing supply gap. Many of the same housing-related issues that were planks of the Republican and Democratic platforms in 2016 are being nailed down again during the 2020 election cycle, and deregulation tops that list. Issue 1: Deregulation.

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Construction Marketing Ideas

MARCH 18, 2016

The Syncrho Software blog provides an intriguing and colorful entry-point to Building Information Modelling (BIM) and its practical access/opportunities for the construction industry. Does your schedule clearly identify safety issues, congestion, and no work zones to minimize risks and hazardous conditions? Fill out my.

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Business Facilities

OCTOBER 17, 2016

From the September/October 2016 Issue. Foreign-Trade Zones (FTZs) Program was created in 1934 with the goal of helping businesses in the U.S. According to the National Association of Foreign Trade Zones (NAFTZ), in 2014, goods exported directly from U.S. By the BF Staff. made products overseas for export. military forces.

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Green Building Law Update

MARCH 17, 2015

Baltimore City adopted the International Green Construction Code 2012 as an overlay to the City’s building, fire and related codes effective April 1, 2015. That mandatory law had some efficacy with new construction but almost no market impact on renovations as building owners strived to avoid the enactment.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 28, 2022

And though skyscrapers certainly aren’t new to Toronto, a recent construction boom is drastically changing the already impressive skyline, making the city one of the biggest construction sites in all of North America. But first, watch the video to learn how Toronto’s skyline is changing: Driving Factors in Toronto’s Construction Boom.

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Business Facilities

AUGUST 23, 2017

In 2016, U.S. Zoned mixed-use/commercial. Strong workforce within a 45 minute commute zone. City will construct parking structures and provide ample surface parking. Strong workforce within a 30 minute commute zone. Zoned mixed-use/commercial. Strong workforce within a 30 minute commute zone.

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Business Facilities

JULY 7, 2016

will construct a $64 million manufacturing facility in Scappoose, OR, creating 80 jobs once the facility is operational. The project will break ground this summer, employing 200 during construction before opening its doors towards the end of the first quarter of 2017. Cascades, Inc. Helens, OR.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

FEBRUARY 28, 2019

Worker safety, adapting to change and technology and innovation driving the future of the construction industry were some of the themes we saw highlighted in industry news throughout February. Reducing safety incidents is a top priority in the construction industry. Technology Aiding Construction Finance Professionals.

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

DECEMBER 22, 2015

Construction is scheduled to begin in early 2016 and GM Financial will begin occupying the building in the first quarter of 2017. “As The San Antonio location was selected based on several factors, including a strong workforce, an ideal time zone that can service customers across the U.S., General Motors Financial Company, Inc.

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Safety Services Company

SEPTEMBER 23, 2019

The number of citations against this standard exceed 6,000, with industries such as construction and manufacturing identified as top offenders. Considered one of Construction’s ‘Fatal Four’ , falls from height accounted for 381 out of 971 deaths in 2017 in the construction sector, and was the leading cause of construction worker deaths.

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Safety Services Company

SEPTEMBER 23, 2019

The number of citations against this standard exceed 6,000, with industries such as Construction and manufacturing identified as top offenders. Considered one of Construction’s ‘Fatal Four’ , falls from height accounted for 381 out of 971 deaths in 2017 in the construction sector, and was the leading cause of construction worker deaths.

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

AUGUST 27, 2013

The company estimates 750 construction jobs will also be created by the project. Cool Planet will begin construction in January 2014, with the first site at the Port of Alexandria beginning operations in late 2014. The third site is scheduled to come online in late 2016 at a Louisiana site to be determined. Rocky Mountains U.S.

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Building Information Management

AUGUST 30, 2013

The study centered upon the development of Building Information Modelling (BIM) in the UK construction industry and its pontential affect on the role of the client’s construction manager (CM). The UK government 2016 deadline for BIM implementation on all UK public construction projects almost guarantees BIM in the future.

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

OCTOBER 15, 2013

Helen of Troy, a designer and marketer of brand-name household, personal care and healthcare/home environment products, announced plans in early January to construct a 1.3 HB 1266: Requires all major facility projects overseen by the Department of Finance and Administration (DFA) for State-owned buildings to be constructed to the ASHRAE 90.1-2010

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Business Facilities

DECEMBER 7, 2017

In 2016, the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade led 27 initiatives during the first round of the Blueprint 2.0 Most also qualify for multiple tax credits through the Colorado Enterprise Zone. We had great success with the first round of Blueprint 2.0, initiatives. Affordable sites with a view.

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

JUNE 22, 2016

By Jenny Vickers From the May/June 2016 Issue. In March 2016, McAuliffe signed into law measures that establish a workforce training program targeted to increase specific industry certifications and occupational licenses that meet the needs of businesses in each region of the state. 220 in Daleville.

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

JANUARY 27, 2014

The Apple manufacturing facility will create 700 jobs with average salaries of $45,000 as well as 1,300 construction jobs, creating an overall economic impact for the region of $1.33 The company expects to break ground on the new facility by the end of this year and begin tire production by 2016. manufacturing.”

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

APRIL 15, 2014

It allows for the construction of roads, bridges, etc. Industrial Revenue Bonds: May be used as long-term financing of up to 100% of a project for: Acquisition of land, buildings, site preparation and improvements; Construction of buildings; Acquisition and installation of furnishings, fixtures and equipment; Capitalizable soft costs (e.g.,

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Income Finance Zoning Employment 108

Business Facilities

JULY 6, 2016

The company designs and constructs progressive dies and stamping parts, assembles stamping parts, produces components with fineblanking and heat treatment processes, and performs final machining. The company will receive benefits from the Port of Virginia Economic and Infrastructure Development Zone Grant Program.

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

FEBRUARY 28, 2013

The region boasts one of California’s largest enterprise zones, offering incentives for companies to locate and expand within the greater Sacramento area. Ultimately, ACT selected Sacramento because the availability of a qualified workforce and the benefits of locating in an Enterprise Zone.

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Pro Builder

APRIL 7, 2021

Several of our young leaders also took their family businesses to the next level by targeting 55+ buyers or streamlining selections so projects would move faster from contract to construction. Koby Bowen , 38, President / CEO of Construction and Design, Homes of Distinction, Rogers, Ark. Horton, Denver. Itasca, Ill. Valparaiso, Ind.

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Business Facilities

JULY 6, 2016

By Dominique Cantelme From the May/June 2016 Issue. billion investment by Dominion Virginia Power, which constructed a cutting-edge technology power plant. Positive absorption remains in all industrial submarkets in DuPage County, showing continued strength and growth in the county in leasing, user sales and construction completions.

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Business Facilities

OCTOBER 30, 2017

There are also 12 new residential subdivisions planned, and the county recently added 350 acres zoned industrial, which can accommodate more than 3 million square feet of new development. Between July 1, 2015 and July 1, 2016, the U.S. We work together to have a common voice and create a community partnership,” said Monson. “We

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

MARCH 21, 2014

SALES & USE TAX ABATEMENTS: Taxes on construction-related transactions, pollution control devices are exempt from sales and use taxes. ENTERPRISE ZONE CREDIT: To stimulate growth in depressed areas of the state, Alabama offers certain tax credit incentives to business that locate or expand within a designated enterprise zone.

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

APRIL 6, 2016

By the BF Staff From the January/February 2016 Issue. Getting ready for Post-Panamax container vessels from the expanded Panama Canal, The Port of Savannah’s Garden City Terminal is adding four new cranes in 2016 and an additional four in 2018, to bring the total to 30 ship-to-shore cranes. percent compared to 2014.

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Construction Test

MAY 4, 2020

Juan does an impressive job of explaining the cause of the conflict and the political rollercoaster that culminated in a 2016 peace deal between the government and FARC, the far-left guerrilla group responsible for much of the violence. Between 1983 and 1993, more than 200 bombs went off in the city centre and about 43,000 people were killed.

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

JULY 11, 2014

IRBs can be either tax-exempt or taxable and can be used to finance an entire project, including the cost of land, construction of new or expanded facilities, acquisition and installation of depreciable property such as equipment, and construction period interest. in 2014 and 5.75% in 2015. 50 million. 200 million. 200 million. -.

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

MAY 5, 2016

By the BF Staff From the March/April 2016 Issue. A fter several years of job losses, aerospace and defense sector employment is expected to grow in 2016 by more than 39,000 jobs in the U.S., The airport is also designated as a foreign trade zone, zoned industrial and owned by the public therefore not subject to property taxes.

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