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Maryland Bans Polystyrene and Enacts 31 other New Environmental Laws

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On sine die , when the legislature adjourned at midnight on the 90th day, on April 8, 2019, a total of 864 bills and 2 resolutions passed both chambers. in 2019, with further annual increases until it reaches 14.5% The Governor has until May 28, the 30th day after presentment to sign or veto bills. Forest Cover.

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A HERS Rating for Water Use?

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There was a HERS H2O pilot in 2019 that involved a dozen or so builders, but what plans are there for rolling out the program to more builders? . So when a HERS rater goes on site to do their final energy rating, they can now also do a water efficiency rating at the same time. . PB: How about home builders? Are they catching on?

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Builder of the Year Ivory Homes' Innovation Agenda

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Just ask the local sewer district sued by the Coalition that eventually refunded $35 million of overcharged impact fees. 1 home builder in terms of building permits and construction value and reaching the milestone, in 2019, of 20,000 homes sold (right). Ivory Homes Redesigns the Future. Photos: courtesy Ivory Homes.

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Logistics: No Drivers Needed

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Our planning for increased power along with installing the fiber optic lines has been extremely important for our commercial customers,” said Aubin. The cities and towns in Johnson County have all the pieces in place, including the infrastructure with plans for roads and excess capacity for sewer and water to drive development, Aubin said.

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State by State Incentives Guide

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Alabama Infrastructure Grant Program: Funds are available to public entities for extension of water, sewer and road facilities to service new or expanding industries. Alabama Economic Development Loan Program: The state has more than 2,300 commercial lending sources with assets of over $61.3

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Less Is More In New England

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The Granite Ridge Development District: The creation of the Granite Ridge Development District, a 913-acre commercial and entertainment zone, involved policy changes as well as active investment attraction. The city rezoned the acreage for maximum density and favorable construction conditions beneficial to commercial developers.