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How to Avoid Disputes in Construction

Construction Marketing

Having a gentleman’s agreement is the worst mistake you could ever make. You should actually draft an agreement that states what each party will do and the action that should be taken against any party that fails to comply with the laid out rules. Such documents include building permits and approval of the project plan.

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Phases of Commercial Real Estate Development

Construction Marketing

This can be done through a purchase or lease agreement. This phase includes determining the project’s scope, selecting materials, and determining the necessary permits and approvals. The developer will also need to obtain the necessary permits and approvals from local, state, and federal agencies.

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What Contractors Need to Know About Surety Bonds

Construction Marketing

If the principal’s bond application is approved, the surety company will require the principal to sign an indemnity agreement before it will issue the bond. The indemnity agreement provides that the principal will hold the surety harmless if a claim is filed against the bond. Sign the indemnity agreement.

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First Ever Criminal Prosecution For Deaths Of Birds By Wind Turbine

Green Building Law Update

As part of the plea agreement, a $400,000 fine will be directed to the North American Wetlands Conservation Fund. The company must apply for take permits and implement a migratory bird compliance plan containing specific measures to avoid and minimize avian wildlife mortalities at company’s four wind projects in Wyoming.

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Regulatory – Job Order Contacting Statutes and Guidelines

Job Order Contracting

AB 1431 – Permits Job Order Contracting for K-12 Districts. Authorizes job order contract to all K-12 school districts, that have entered into project labor agreements, for public works over $25,000. Job Order Contracting Blog Legislation for Job Order Contracting March 20, 2009. California. 2003-2004). Minnesota Statutes 2017.

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Hiring a Contractor - Julian Construction Blog

Julian Construction

Julian Construction Blog. A contractor manages the entire project from start to finish, including architectural planning, securing any required building permits, as well as providing all of the materials, equipment and labor that will be needed. Make sure you get clarification on any terms in the agreement that you are unfamiliar with.

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PSMJ Resources Blog: Gulf Coast Rebuilding Fund and PSMJ.

PSMJ Resources

Its mission was simple—to raise funds to be donated specifically for use in the planning, redesign, and permitting work necessary to assist those in need. Mel Lesters E-Quip Blog. Sullivan Kreiss Building Design Executive Search Blog. Ford Harding blog. The Marketing and Business Blog. Blog Archive.