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Transport ban for demolition firm after load overturns

Construction Enquirer

Chains used to secure the load were found to be inadequate while it traveled above permitted speeds without an escort vehicle. The commissioner ruled that Herefordshire based Haywood Crushing Demolition Ltd be banned for one year from holding or obtaining any type of operator’s licence in any traffic area.

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Bird Friendly Building now the Law in Howard County

Green Building Law Update

Howard County, Maryland has become the first jurisdiction in the state and one of few places in the country to pass a mandatory “bird-friendly design” law for new construction of privately owned buildings. The County Department of Inspections, Licenses and Permits statistics indicate it would apply to less than 1% of permits issued each year.

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Coronavirus and travel: NZ ski fields to open, but Australian snow season remains in doubt

Construction Test

As Australia’s ski resorts nervously await approval for their own snow season, New Zealand has lifted its ban on domestic travel under its Alert Level 2, meaning its ski fields can operate, having recently received official government approval. As always, Victorians are being asked to use common sense when it comes to travelling.”

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The roads more travelled (new explorations of old places)

Construction Marketing Ideas

Travelling of course takes you to the world of brand security — franchises with established standards provide consistent reassurance; and my “adventures” into new experiences were generally into proven and established businesses. It breaks some traditional resort rules.

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Things to see, do and eat in Chelsea New York City: Expert expat travel tips

Construction Test

If the weather permits, grab a curbside table and enjoy the people watching. The post Things to see, do and eat in Chelsea New York City: Expert expat travel tips appeared first on Construction Test Daily. If the lamb burger is on the menu, do not look past it! cookshopny.com.

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Why Hiring a Non-Local Commercial Construction Contractor is Crazy…Like a Fox

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Chuck, the construction costs on my project would soar if I don’t hire a local general contracting construction firm. The travel expenses alone for a non-local general contractor would inflate a retail construction bid to the point where the job isn’t economical. Well, it’s not like that.

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No Free Warranty: Connecticut Court Adopts Correction or Repair Test

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Travelers Cas. & Travelers Casualty & Surety Company of America (Travelers) issued the payment bond for the project. ALS’s subcontract permitted the DOT to hold back 60% of its payments to assure ALS would warranty the work, which ALS did with site checks performed between June 2019 and May 2020.