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Tools for Building a Foundation in Safety

FDR Safety

As we know, the Pandemic has changed the economy dramatically – what were stable industries are now stressed, what were secure jobs now are furloughed. You are told to reduce costs and that “we are only going to comply with safety regulations and do nothing else – none of that risk-based crap.

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Phases of Commercial Real Estate Development

Construction Marketing

This includes analyzing factors such as zoning regulations, transportation access, and market demand. After acquiring the property, the developer must design and plan the project, considering factors such as building codes and zoning regulations, the intended use of the property, and the target market.

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How Preconstruction Planning for K-12 Schools Saves Time and Money

Wolgast Corporation

The Start In the State of Michigan, the school foundation allowance is intended for instruction and operations of a School District. Team members will aid the school with securing a Treasury date. All of this is needed for the Treasury as well as securing a five-year enrollment projection.

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Project Foundation Pt. 2: Building the Master Budget

Stok

The foundation for any successful project is a detailed schedule and budget. Scanning of slab if required by building rules and regulations. Overtime and weekend for certain trades if required by building rules and regulations. Cost for building engineer or landlord security during after hours work. Permitting allowance.

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Using masonry for wet flood-proofing

Construction Specifier

Department of Homeland Security through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) provides numerous documents to assist the design and build of both dry and wet flood-proofed structures. These regulations and standards are found in Title 44 of the U.S. Code of Federal Regulations. Images © FEMA.

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Green Building Codes Not Eligible for Copyright Protection

Green Building Law Update

Ruling that “the law,” whether by statute, ordinance, regulations, or code, and even when its source is a judicial opinion, is not subject to federal copyright law, has broad implications, particularly for green building. 17 U.S.C. § 101, et seq.

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UK Construction in 2022: Overcoming Talent Shortages to Shape the Future Workforce

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Four in five businesses (79%) are currently recruiting, usually to deliver an increase in contracts and work secured by the business (43%). Challenges meeting regulations and seizing opportunities. Positively, construction demand is growing – and most companies are looking to hire. The future workforce.