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Maryland is First State to Legislate Permitted Use of PFAS

Green Building Law Update

actually 3 separate bills) expressly permitting PFAS (. HB 619 was also significantly amended from the originally drafted local bill seeking to protect Baltimore County firefighters from fire-fighting foam (. But then, some days ago Maryland did what no other state (nor the Federal government) has done. It passed legislation (.

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Comment on the Permit to Kill Eagles with Wind Turbines

Green Building Law Update

Fish and Wildlife Service has announced it is soliciting comments through November 12, 2013 on the issuance of a take permit “for recurring eagle mortalities” associated with the operation of the Shiloh IV wind turbine project in Solano County, California. To appreciate this take permit some content may be useful.

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Bird Friendly Building now the Law in Howard County

Green Building Law Update

The County Department of Inspections, Licenses and Permits statistics indicate it would apply to less than 1% of permits issued each year. SSpc55 credit , but zealots may have preferred the originally drafted version by the American Bird Conservancy?

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Bring on digital, online building permits!

DebunkTheBIM

A consultant may produce hundreds of sheets of drawings to justify their fees and/or pad the set up to cover for lack of competency in drafting staff. Assessing documents for permits seems to be another status quo that cannot be improved. Bring on digital, online building permits. Problem is, this strategy can backfire.

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The Most Green Building Friendly Zoning Code in the Nation - Baltimore?

Green Building Law Update

Last month, the City Planning Commission approved a draft Code focusing on sustainability recommending adoption by the City Council. · Community-based alternative energy systems are a permitted and conditional use in all zoning districts. · Community-Managed Open Space is now a permitted use in most zoning districts.

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No Free Warranty: Connecticut Court Adopts Correction or Repair Test

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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. Drafting subcontracts appropriately can give both developers and subcontractors greater security and reliability of outcome.

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A Comprehensive Guide to ICF Construction

Construction Marketing

Remember that the time needed to compile the required permits for ICF projects is likely longer than for conventional homes because the process can be quite arduous. The buildings are drafts-free, increasing comfort. How long does an ICF building last? It’s also easier to add exterior finishes to any unusual shapes you have.