Green Building Law Update

JUNE 7, 2020

Ground Leases. The General Assembly passed several bills relating to ground leases during the 2020 legislative session. The redemption or extinguishment of the ground rent is effective to conclusively vest a fee simple title in the ground lease tenant when the ground lease tenant records the certificate in the county land records.

Maryland 227

Maryland Leases Housing Commissioning 227

Green Building Law Update

DECEMBER 2, 2018

The potential applicability of the BFPP protection for a tenant who leases contaminated or formerly contaminated real estate and improvements has been the subject of debate for the decades since the CERCLA’s enactment. Phase l ESAs will now become much more common in commercial and industrial leasing.

Liability 149

Liability Defense Leases Compensation 149

Green Building Law Update

NOVEMBER 15, 2020

And while reviewing insurance policies, it is also likely prudent to review liability provisions in tenant leases. While there are more than 2,000 new federal, state and local statutes, regulations and executive orders enacted in a matter of months to respond to the pandemic, likely more than have ever been enacted in the U.S.

Liability 293

Liability Legal Claims Insurance 293

Green Building Law Update

MARCH 10, 2019

Modern appreciation of the perils of lead resulted in the federal government banning the use of lead based paint in dwellings in 1978, as well as federal, state and local laws, including federal regulations that have at least since 1994 mandated certain disclosures in real estate transactions. More than three quarters of the U.S.

Leases 136

Leases Inspections Contract Regulation 136

Green Building Law Update

MARCH 31, 2019

The potential applicability of the BFPP protection to a tenant who leases contaminated or formerly contaminated real estate and improvements has been the subject of debate for the decades since the CERCLA’s enactment. Phase l ESAs are now becoming much more common in commercial and industrial leasing.

Liability 120

Liability Leases Defense Commercial 120

BD+C

OCTOBER 30, 2014

Examples include: • Green leases that help building owners and lessees save money. Regulations Codes and Standards' The funding will facilitate the implementation of market-ready solutions across the U.S.

Commercial 65

Commercial Leases Regulation Green 65

Green Building Law Update

AUGUST 30, 2020

The potential applicability of the BFPP protection to a tenant who leases contaminated or formerly contaminated real estate has been the subject of debate for the decades since the CERCLA’s enactment. economy, when in any given year the vast majority of real estate transactions are leases and not contracts of sale. . § 9601 et seq.,

Site 156

Site Liability Leases Defense 156

Green Building Law Update

DECEMBER 16, 2018

In another high profile application, Walmart just announced it is requiring suppliers of leafy green vegetables upload growing and shipping data to blockchain by September 2019. Real estate is a highly regulated industry and real estate transactions must to be recorded in a government ledger to be recognized and enforceable by all.

Vermont 136

Vermont San Francisco United States Leases 136

Green Building Law Update

DECEMBER 1, 2019

The 2018 International Green Construction Code was released on November 8, 2018 but more than a year later, it has not been adopted anywhere. Many code officials have concluded the 2018 IgCC is not a good building code, green or otherwise. for the Design of High Performance Green Buildings Except Low-Rise Residential Buildings.

Green 156

Green Maryland Site Certification 156

Green Building Law Update

APRIL 26, 2015

Apparently the import of that is to exempt certain electric resistance water heaters used in demand response programs from pending DOE regulations. 6294a), which may be known as Tenant Star, to promote energy efficiency in separate spaces leased by tenants or otherwise occupied within commercial buildings.”

Leases 120

Leases Commercial New Hampshire Feasibility 120

Green Building Law Update

NOVEMBER 25, 2018

The 2018 International Green Construction Code was released on November 8, 2018 by the U.S. Green Building Council , International Code Council , ASHRAE and the Illuminating Engineering Society. the IgCC and the LEED green building program,” the ICC was only responsible for Chapter 1, Scope and Administration of the 2018 IgCC.

Green 136

Green Certification Site Sustainability 136

Green Building Law Update

JANUARY 16, 2022

That guidance from the FTC is not new, but as both onsite and offsite renewable energy has become a national holy grail, increasingly businesses are communicating to others about their green power, including as part of ESG disclosures. Among the relevant language in the Green Guides is, §260.15 That express language is clear.

Regulation 156

Regulation Claims Green Electrical 156

Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 27, 2011

Green Building. Compliance/Regulations. All businesses that purchase, finance, and/or lease less than $2 million in new or used business equipment during tax year 2011 should qualify for the Section 179 Deduction. Green Building. ACCOUNTING |. SOFTWARE |. MARKETING |. INSURANCE |. EQUIPMENT |. General Management.

Construction 180

Construction Software Software Accounting 180

Green Building Law Update

JUNE 10, 2018

The change is significant for buildings pursuing LEED or Green Globes certification, for buildings with GSA or other government space leases tied to an ENERGY STAR score of 75, for buildings in cities with mandatory benchmarking, and for the more than 450,000 commercial properties that have an ENERGY STAR score.

Certification 149

Certification Commercial Modeling Deals 149

Green Building Law Update

OCTOBER 25, 2020

A properly drafted Phase I can create huge dollar advantages serving as a marketing piece in an associated real estate transaction, be it a sale, a lease or a loan secured by real estate or., And in another blog post last month, I wrote, I Just Read my 1000 th Phase I Environmental Site Assessment this Year.

Liability 156

Liability Site Environment Commercial 156

Construction Business Owner

JUNE 14, 2012

Green Building. Compliance/Regulations. When considering your options, be sure to compare how much money you are spending, investing or leasing and compare that to the data speed and safety services you’re receiving. Green Building. ACCOUNTING |. SOFTWARE |. MARKETING |. INSURANCE |. EQUIPMENT |. General Management.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Security 120

Green Building Law Update

JUNE 25, 2017

PACE offers a host of benefits, including: removing the barrier of a large upfront cash outlay by the property owner; allowing 100% financing of improvements; in amounts over loan value ratios available in the marketplace; without disturbing existing mortgage financing; underwriting tied to the property and improvements and not individual creditworthiness; (..)

Maryland 136

Maryland Lien Finance Cash Flow 136

Stok

APRIL 25, 2023

As building owners and occupiers adopt zero commitments and find their properties subject to energy performance and emissions regulations, the question becomes, ‘how can we achieve these ambitious reduction targets?’

Electrical 98

Electrical Commissioning Equipment Design 98

Stok

APRIL 25, 2023

As building owners and occupiers adopt zero commitments and find their properties subject to energy performance and emissions regulations, the question becomes, ‘how can we achieve these ambitious reduction targets?’

Electrical 98

Electrical Commissioning Equipment Design 98

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

AUGUST 22, 2013

based in Italy, is a world leader in the production of pressure regulators, valves, and pressure reducing and metering systems for the natural gas industry. At cost” building construction and lease back. Buy down of lease cost on constructed facility. Free rent during initial phase of lease on building.

West Virginia 56

West Virginia Virginia Leases Office 56

Green Building Law Update

JANUARY 24, 2016

PACE offer a host of benefits depending upon the program design, including: removing the barrier of a large upfront cash outlay by the property owner; allowing 100% financing of improvements in amounts over loan value ratios available in the marketplace, including without disturbing existing mortgage financing; underwriting tied to the property and (..)

Lien 120

Lien Finance Commercial DC 120

Green Building Law Update

APRIL 25, 2021

Maryland has been described as having more pages of environmental statutes and regulations on a per capita basis than any other state. The new laws compiled below add to that already very green environmental regulatory scheme. Among other things, in updating the regulations, MDE must conduct specified public outreach.

Maryland 156

Maryland Housing Commissioning Regulation 156

Green Building Law Blog

NOVEMBER 16, 2011

The research focused on policy areas such as the structure of government, specific laws and regulations, government funded or mandated incentives and other financing mechanisms. Processes included legal-related factors impacting EE transactions, such as contracts, leases, public bidding requirements, and accounting standards.

New Jersey 40

New Jersey Pennsylvania Philadelphia Legal 40

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

JULY 11, 2014

Renewable Energy Fund : Provides grants, loans and other financing options to renewable energy projects with the potential to make electricity in a cleaner, more sustainable manner, while stimulating job growth in the green technology and energy sectors of Rhode Island’s economy.

Rhode Island 40

Rhode Island Income Insurance Finance 40

Green Building Law Update

DECEMBER 10, 2017

Real estate is a highly regulated industry and real estate transactions must be recorded in a government ledger to be recognized and enforceable by all. It may well be commercial leasing will elevate blockchain in the marketplace ahead of deeds because leasing transactions do not require involvement of a government registrar.

Vermont 252

Vermont Leases Delaware Contract 252

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

JANUARY 17, 2013

“fracking”) emerged to unlock the riches embedded in shale deposits, California—birthplace of the “green” movement—has been increasingly reluctant to expand the development of its oil resources. But even before the breakthrough horizontal drilling technique of hydraulic fracturing (a.k.a. Last year, CA Gov.

North Dakota 55

North Dakota California Debt CA 55

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

MAY 26, 2014

The Texas model of low taxes, smart regulations and fair courts continues to attract world-class companies like athenahealth looking to expand their operations,” Gov. The company extended its lease in Greenway Plaza in March of 2013. The state provided $5 million through the Texas Enterprise Fund (TEF) to close the deal. Perry said.

Houston 102

Houston Austin Texas Office 102

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

MARCH 9, 2016

Wyoming Market Research Center (WMRC): Provides low to no cost market information to Wyoming businesses including competitive analysis, marketing lists, custom demographic and psychographic analysis, industry trends, government regulations, geographic information services, marketing material evaluations and original research. TAX INCENTIVES.

Wyoming 40

Wyoming Finance Debt Equipment 40

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

AUGUST 5, 2013

During construction of the new riverfront complex, IBM will be temporarily lease space at the Essen Centre office complex in Baton Rouge. 1000 pound thrust; and Investments into new local capabilities including design, fabrication, and remote hot fire test capabilities for “Green” propulsion systems. Chinese investments in the U.S.,”

Metro 110

Metro Memphis Louisiana Mobility 110

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

FEBRUARY 28, 2013

The federal Bureau of Land Management, which has subsurface mineral rights for much of the Monterey shale field, in December sold about 15 leases for thousands of acres of potential shale development in California. SMUD is a major force in helping Sacramento develop into a leading clean tech/green tech industry center.

California 47

California Sacramento Zoning Los Angeles 47

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

MAY 15, 2013

“The facility is being designed according to the most stringent environmental and safety standards, with the implementation of control technologies that will reduce our emissions footprint and exceed state and federal regulations.” New restaurants included Ruggles Green, Guru Burgers & Crepes and BLU. Perry said.

Austin 73

Austin Texas Innovation Industrial 73

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

APRIL 8, 2014

The developer, Houston-based Clean Line Energy, is awaiting approval from regulators in Iowa and Illinois before going ahead with the direct current line. In February, the company announced an agreement designating an Iowa-based manufacturer, Sabre Tubular Structures, as a preferred supplier of transmission structures for the project.

Minnesota 56

Minnesota Iowa New Jersey New Mexico 56

Business Facilities

OCTOBER 17, 2016

It is here that Customs and Border Protection (CBP) enforces the import and export laws and regulations of the U.S. Its location is close to Interstate 10 and 150 miles east of the Port of Houston, providing options for businesses to lease and leases of port property for commercial and barge fleeting purposes.

Risk 40

Risk Airports Nashville Zoning 40

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

OCTOBER 23, 2012

Ceva will be the ninth company in the KBA facility, which is 80 percent leased. In addition to solar technology, New Mexico has launched a Green Grid Initiative to develop a rapidly growing Smart Grid. Another Green Grid Initiative is the $1.5 IceCure Medical is leasing space in GCIC’s 50,000 sq. IceCure opened its U.S.

Kansas City 62

Kansas City Cleveland Austin Albuquerque 62

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

APRIL 15, 2014

The principal and interest on the bonds are paid solely from the funds derived from leasing or selling the facilities to the user company. To receive an abatement for property taxes, a project must meet certain qualifications and follow certain procedures, as determined by law and regulation. Pollution control equipment.

Income 108

Income Finance Zoning Employment 108

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

MARCH 21, 2014

The principal and interest on the bonds are paid solely from the funds derived from leasing or selling the facilities to the user company. The program offers the following incentives: Transaction Privilege Tax Exemption (TPT Exemption) on purchased qualifying equipment and leased or rented qualifying equipment.

Income 75

Income Finance Zoning Equipment 75

Business Facilities

OCTOBER 23, 2017

In April, Kobe Aluminum Automotive Products, in Bowling Green, announced a 129-job, $51-million project, its seventh Kentucky expansion. The Red Tape Reduction Initiative encourages businesspeople, state employees and consumers to identify burdensome regulations and offer suggestions for improvement. The firm will spend $6.7

Kentucky 42

Kentucky Florida Nebraska New Jersey 42