Green Building Law Update

JANUARY 31, 2021

The question de riguer in commercial real estate transactions is if PFAS is included in a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment? Additionally, there are a limited number of places where PFAS is regulated as state hazardous substance, like Michigan where should likely be included in a Phase I. 9601) and petroleum products.”.

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Constructlaw

OCTOBER 3, 2023

In 2023, the construction industry saw significant developments, such as a downward trend in the commercial real estate market, a continued focus on sustainability, and the ongoing impact of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.

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Construction Equipment

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

Commercial drones are fast becoming powerful tools for the construction industry and the accompanying procedures and regulations required to legally fly them can be complex.

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Green Building Law Update

NOVEMBER 21, 2021

Some believe this tying of the consideration to “current” standards, as opposed to the regulator determination at the time the tank was closed, creates a Faustian bargain for the environmental professional, and will greatly limit the supremely valuable designation of HRECS. 9601) and petroleum products.”. yes, this blog will continue).

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ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 2, 2014

Construction companies are putting unmanned aerial vehicles to work overseas, or they are quietly conducting "hobby" trials domestically, at least until commercial use is legalized in the U.S. Technology'

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Green Building Law Update

JULY 7, 2014

We are increasingly called upon to give legal opinions that a green building is LEED certified, ‘certifiable’ or otherwise really a green building. While legal opinions are given in a variety of commercial contexts, they are increasingly being required as part of the due diligence by lenders when making loans secured by (i.e.,

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Construction Law

MARCH 1, 2024

News Our regular news round up includes a call from insurance companies for pilot projects to find investment models for green infrastructure; failure of another legal challenge to the Stonehenge project; and a warning that the new Building Safety Regulator is looking for a high profile prosecution to make a point.

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HardHatChat

JANUARY 6, 2020

It has become a bit of a tradition that we start off the year for Hard Hat Chat with a look at the commercial real estate trends we think will impact our work in the months ahead. Here are four commercial construction and commercial real estate trends we expect to shape our business and our industry: 1. Tel: 847-233-9200 x712.

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Constructonomics

NOVEMBER 21, 2013

Yet, for some reason, the inclusion of effective evacuation equipment for use in the event of an emergency is an all-too-common afterthought – when, in fact, its inclusion at the construction stage is far safer, more legally compliant and more cost effective. Immediate Legal Compliance. Eliminates Site Disruption; Reduces Overall Cost.

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Levelset

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

Minnesota breaks its prevailing wage rates into two categories: highway/heavy construction and commercial construction. Commercial construction includes building projects exclusive of residential construction. Here are some rates for commercial construction in St. On-demand legal help you can afford. Learn more.

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Green Building Law Update

APRIL 17, 2022

The first direct contact that many businesses with have with this new law, beyond increasing electricity and natural gas rates, will be that commercial, including multifamily, building owners must report GHG emissions to the State annually beginning in 2025. Nancy Hudes and I are now publishing a new blog at www.ESGLegalSolutions.com (.

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Levelset

JUNE 29, 2022

Along with other construction laws , OSHA regulations seek to protect everyone working in the construction industry. While those two standards are the most commonly cited on construction jobsites, OSHA can issue a citation for a violation of any of its full list of regulations. Legal fees. And pay the fine.

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Green Building Law Update

JUNE 28, 2015

In point of fact, laws like the City of Tucson Ordinance 10597 of 2008 that require a minimum of 50% of water used for landscaping on new commercial properties be from collected rainwater on the site, may be the way of the future. rain) regulation in the nation and even taxes the rain (by square foot). Eaton, 1952.

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Green Building Law Update

JUNE 28, 2015

In point of fact, laws like the City of Tucson Ordinance 10597 of 2008 that require a minimum of 50% of water used for landscaping on new commercial properties be from collected rainwater on the site, may be the way of the future. rain) regulation in the nation and even taxes the rain (by square foot). Eaton, 1952.

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Construction Law Monitor

APRIL 10, 2014

The legal and business world assume that the B2B relationship and players are more sophisticated. The most important distinction between the rules of B2B and B2C is that consumers are much more protected by government regulation. The post Commercial Debt Collection – How Do I Collect When A Company Owes Me Money?

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Chianelli Estimating

AUGUST 6, 2020

Until Contractors receive any new OSHA Regulations or Insurance Companies analyze risk, the effects to their Estimating Departments approach will be challenged to allow for the potential of increased costs: both Direct & Indirect. Conducting business in the residential market is quite different than working in the Commercial sectors.

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Levelset

JULY 21, 2022

Well, every state sets its own rules for contractor licensing, and contractors often must purchase a surety bond in order to legally practice their trade. A contractor bond is different from other types of construction bonds because it provides broader protection to the public and is regulated by a licensing board. What does that mean?

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Construction and Infrastructure Law

MARCH 24, 2020

Amidst the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, daily and sometimes hourly changes in federal, state, and local orders and regulations are significantly impacting the construction industry. As another example, the City of Los Angeles expressly allows “construction of commercial, office and institutional buildings.” [4]

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Construction and Infrastructure Law

MARCH 24, 2020

Amidst the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, daily and sometimes hourly changes in federal, state, and local orders and regulations are significantly impacting the construction industry. As another example, the City of Los Angeles expressly allows “construction of commercial, office and institutional buildings.” [4] FOOTNOTES. [1]

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Pro Builder

JANUARY 11, 2022

There are many rules and regulations governing how things work, and they differ dramatically based on the state or locality you are trying to build in. It is important to understand how the risk associated with construction projects plays into the legal requirements for contractors. Everything You Need to Know about Construction Bonds.

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Green Building Law Blog

NOVEMBER 16, 2011

As I mentioned in a previous post, I led a study this summer analyzing the legal policy and process factors impacting commercial building energy efficiency in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Processes included legal-related factors impacting EE transactions, such as contracts, leases, public bidding requirements, and accounting standards.

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Green Building Law Blog

NOVEMBER 28, 2012

Shari focuses her legal practice on next generation energy resources, including renewable energy, energy efficiency, smart infrastructure and green building. Shari is a member of the Legal Advisory Board for the U.S. Shari was named a 2009 “Lawyer on the Fast Track” by the Legal Intelligencer. Shari earned her J.D.

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Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 18, 2012

Compliance/Regulations. ” Pardon the Commercial Interruption… » Year-End Wake Up Call. Home Contact Us About Us Subscribe Advertise Legal Disclaimer Site Map -->. General Management. Software & Technology. Accounting & Finance. Construction Law. People Management. Green Building. Construction Safety. Sales/Marketing.

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Construction Business Owner

DECEMBER 1, 2011

Compliance/Regulations. It seems like every time I turn on the television, I see a commercial for something “in the cloud.” There used to be commercials from a well-known company that proclaimed in a super-hero-like fashion, “To the cloud!” Home Contact Us About Us Subscribe Advertise Legal Disclaimer Site Map -->.

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NH Construction Law

MARCH 19, 2020

This is where the legal doctrine of force majeure kicks in. Federal contractors, though, have the benefit of the Federal Acquisition Regulations. ” Most private commercial construction contracts have clauses excusing delays occasioned by a variety of supervening events. 48 C.F.R. § Examples of these causes are. (5)

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Best Practices Construction Law

MARCH 11, 2020

The original complaint to the Board had been filed by a supplier who had not been paid approximately $13,000 for materials on a commercial project. Both the trial court and the appellate court found that a contract dispute between a prime contractor and a subcontractor or supplier is outside the Board’s authority to regulate.

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Lets Build

APRIL 15, 2020

Additionally, the basics and essentials of budgeting, finance, organisation, scheduling, conflicts, and legal issues are also covered by the project manager. And it can be any type of construction project — residential, commercial, institutional, industrial, civil, agricultural, or environmental. All work begins in this phase.

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Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 25, 2017

Other authorities in the organization must participate in its development to ensure that all objectives and interests are met (examples: legal, quality assurance, small business, building users, planners). All significant conditions, such as requirements for compatibility with existing laws, regulations, contracts. Performance Period.

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Green Building Law Update

SEPTEMBER 18, 2016

Cannabis cultivation is not new, but beginning in the 1990s when states began to legalize medical marijuana and recently as state laws evolved, decriminalizing and legalizing recreational use of cannabis, the burgeoning industry has brought with it environmental implications, including of water and energy use.

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 15, 2012

Compliance/Regulations. There’s a commercial for a local kitchen design company that I often hear on the radio that starts, “The form has to follow the function…” According to Wikipedia, this phrase comes from a modern architecture and design principle that says to base the shape of a building or object on its intended purpose of function.

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Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Commercially, they serve as unique office spaces, pop-up shops, and restaurants. Adhering to local building codes is essential for safety and legality, often necessitating expert consultation. In residential projects, these containers are transformed into trendy, cost-effective homes.

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Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 26, 2012

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Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 26, 2012

Compliance/Regulations. « Pardon the Commercial Interruption…. Home Contact Us About Us Subscribe Advertise Legal Disclaimer Site Map -->. General Management. Software & Technology. Accounting & Finance. Construction Law. People Management. Green Building. Construction Safety. Sales/Marketing. Equipment Management.

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Construction Marketing

JUNE 27, 2022

Please note that there are state and federal regulations for how much weight can be hauled. Whether the lumber is commercial or residential, a flatbed is a great option because not only can it handle the massive weight load that lumber requires, but a flatbed can also deal with the irregular shapes that you encounter when hauling trees.

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Green Building Law Update

JULY 12, 2015

This law firm is increasingly called upon to give legal opinions that a green building is LEED certified, certifiable or otherwise ‘really’ a green building. Traditionally, legal opinions in the context of loan transactions provide assurances that the loan documents are valid, binding and enforceable.

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Green Building Law Update

JULY 12, 2015

This law firm is increasingly called upon to give legal opinions that a green building is LEED certified, certifiable or otherwise ‘really’ a green building. Traditionally, legal opinions in the context of loan transactions provide assurances that the loan documents are valid, binding and enforceable.

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Construction Lawyer

FEBRUARY 26, 2012

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. The cases with which he has been involved are varied and wide-ranging and include personal injury, breach of contract, criminal defense, commercial disputes, and consumer fraud. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >.

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