Green Building Law Update

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

ESG has become such a large component of my law practice that I am now collaborating with a fabulous group attorneys in ESG Legal Solutions, LLC, a new non-law consulting firm. Nancy Hudes and I are now publishing a new blog at www.ESGLegalSolutions.com (. yes, this blog will continue). This post originally appeared in that blog.

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Green Building Law Update

JULY 25, 2021

Some believe this tying 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. A de minimis conditions is not a recognized environmental condition.”.

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Lets Build

DECEMBER 2, 2022

It’s a curious paradox that few industries are as tightly regulated and controlled as the construction sector, yet at the same time, few industries are as vulnerable to unexpected events. Issues may arise around ownership and accountability, roles and responsibilities, tools and materials. Supplier and vendor failures.

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Construction Marketing

JUNE 20, 2022

Going through the legalities of such issues can be complex, so working with a personal injury attorney In Englewood would be a good starting point. . Construction workers can be injured by any material, especially if they fall from a great height. Any falling object, material, or tool can be fatal, especially on construction sites.

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HardHatChat

APRIL 24, 2023

Here are just a few examples: Working Through Challenges: Key Lessons for Moving Forward For Englewood and our national retail, restaurant, and hospitality clients, we’ve learned that the old mindset of the lowest competitive bid and a rigid approach to material and equipment is ineffective in times like these.

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Safety Services Company

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Contractor prequalifications are third-party audits and certifications that serve as proof of skill, dedication to maintaining safe working conditions, and adherence to regulations like OSHA. From ensuring worker safety and material use efficiency to winning big projects, contractor compliance can get you far, indeed.

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Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 24, 2018

Business taxes, contributions, memberships, corporate headquarters support (legal, financial, etc.). All waste and excess material. Sales tax on material and equipment costs. Mobilization and close out for the total contract and each task order.

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Green Building Law Update

AUGUST 14, 2015

Federal securities laws and SEC regulations require certain disclosures by public companies for the benefit of investors. notes in an annual report) will largely track the disclosure requirements of Regulation S-K and Regulation S-X. The SEC first addressed disclosure of material environmental issues in the early 1970s.

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Green Building Law Update

AUGUST 14, 2015

Federal securities laws and SEC regulations require certain disclosures by public companies for the benefit of investors. notes in an annual report) will largely track the disclosure requirements of Regulation S-K and Regulation S-X. ” The SEC first addressed disclosure of material environmental issues in the early 1970s.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 9, 2018

Despite regulations, asbestos is still a real and present danger for construction workers. Though 42 percent of construction deaths involve falls , a surprising 17 percent are attributed to exposure to toxic materials like asbestos. Just last month, restoration of a hotel in Spokane , Wash. What’s So Dangerous About Asbestos?

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Lets Build

APRIL 21, 2022

From coordinating with clients to organizing contractors to liaising with material providers, projects can quickly spiral out of control with poor organization and planning. Minimized risk of legal claims. Running a large construction business can put you at risk of legal trouble. Managing a construction project isn’t easy.

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Green Building Law Update

MAY 29, 2022

It should be considered significant that this action was the first brought by the SEC Climate and ESG Task Force that operates in the Division of Enforcement with a mandate to identify material gaps or misstatements in ESG disclosures, like the false and misleading claims made in this instance by Vale. yes, this blog will continue).

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BD+C

MAY 25, 2023

Polly Osborne Designers / Specifiers / Landscape Architects Engineers Architects Regulations Biophilic Design Sustainable Development Sustainable Design and Construction Urban Planning When we spend time in nature, we instinctively feel its value. There’s more focus than ever on the environmental impact of construction projects.

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Green Building Law Update

NOVEMBER 17, 2019

Navy vessels to stain and water repellent fabrics as well as a variety of construction materials. Troubling to some is that green building programs, including LEED’s Materials & Resources credits do not track or even take into account PFOA. Some suggest the U.S. Some suggest the U.S. But this is not a U.S. problem alone.

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Levelset

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

Federally funded projects in Pennsylvania are governed by the Davis-Bacon Act and its rules and regulations. One solution is material financing. Material financing allows contractors to use another company’s money to purchase building materials, with repayment terms that stretch up to 120 days. Prevailing wage rates.

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Stok

MARCH 23, 2023

To stay ahead of what’s next in carbon, here we begin with global and regional trends, then explore trends happening at the local level. #1: CLIMATE REGULATION IS HERE In our trends blog last year , we mentioned increased regulatory pressure for companies to report climate-related metrics.

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Construction Law Monitor

NOVEMBER 9, 2010

Sometimes the best blog posts and legal articles are the simplest. Take, for example, a post from early October by Joshua Glazov on his Construction Law Today blog , where he simply cites a 1941 quote from US Supreme Court Justice Robert Jackson : The legal profession, like many another, tends to become over-professionalized.

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Green Building Law Update

MAY 10, 2015

" Genetic engineering is defined as "a process by which a food is produced from an organism or organisms in which the genetic material has been changed" 9 V.S.A. § 3043(a). The Act requires that the affected food be labeled by manufacturers "with the clear and conspicuous words 'produced with genetic engineering.

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Levelset

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

Options like materials financing and mobilization financing can help contractors delay some of the early project costs, giving them more ready cash to pay their workers. One solution is material financing. Get materials now, keep your cash. Enjoy 120-day payback terms with any material supplier. Learn More. Learn more.

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Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 28, 2016

Business taxes, contributions, memberships, corporate headquarters support (legal, financial, etc.). All waste and excess material. Sales tax on material and equipment costs. Mobilization and close out for the total contract and each task order.

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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. The real cost of OSHA violations.

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Job Order Contracting

MARCH 3, 2018

Any information provided it NOT intended as any form of legal guidance. This is list is for reference only and may not be complete or current. The JOC regulatory framework is evolving despite its long term use. California. AB-14 Public contracts: job order contracting. 2003-2004). AB 1431 – Permits Job Order Contracting for K-12 Districts.

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Construction Law

DECEMBER 3, 2021

Some of this will be reflected in changes to construction contracts, possibly more decarbonisation related regulation of industry activities and a general increase in the amount of monitoring and reporting of carbon footprints. Re-use and recycling rather than demolish and rebuild will be considered more than before. Nick Barrett.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Transparency & Regulation. In fact, more often than not, a majority of poor outcomes stem from non-technical risks more often than from technical risks (think: political risks related to regulation and transparency). Notable construction game changers include digital tech, advanced materials, and automation. The solution?

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Construction Law Monitor

OCTOBER 6, 2015

Because of the public funds in use for a public project, there are strict regulations in play when entering into a contract with a public entity. To help curb potential corruption, strict rules and regulations have been implemented by the State legislature. How to Proceed.

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Construction Law Monitor

OCTOBER 6, 2015

Because of the public funds in use for a public project, there are strict regulations in play when entering into a contract with a public entity. To help curb potential corruption, strict rules and regulations have been implemented by the State legislature. How to Proceed.

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Levelset

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Struck-by : Building materials being unloaded overhead by cranes or booms frequently result in struck-by incidents. Unsafe practices on the site could lead to construction delays , legal fees to defend violations , and breach of contract if safety issues are non-compliant with contract terms. . Work with your insurance provider.

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Work Gearz

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Are There Specific Legal Safety Requirements for Construction Boots? Any type of risk to the foot, including falling materials, rolling objects, or thing that can puncture a foot must be considered when selecting protective footwear. Construction work does not require a specific boot or a specific type of boot.

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Best Practices Construction Law

FEBRUARY 8, 2017

It’s not everyday that you read about one of your longtime heroes, the Federal Acquisition Regulations (“FAR”), losing some of its mojo. In Lockheed , the Army awarded two separate indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity, time-and-materials (“T&M”) contracts to Lockheed for various support services.

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Levelset

MAY 11, 2022

When it comes to New York bond claim law , subcontractors, “sub-subs,” laborers, and material suppliers to the general contractor or 1st tier subcontractors are protected. The bond claim itself is only legally required by claimants who didn’t contract directly with the general contractor. On-demand legal help you can afford.

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Work Gearz

OCTOBER 19, 2021

It’s essential to understand that on-the-job safety equipment must comply with the Personal Protective Equipment Regulation, and that it’s most effective when it’s the right size, fit, and height for the worker. However, there are some legal risks also involved if you do not wear PPE. . Reasons why you need PPE.

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Green Building Law Update

APRIL 17, 2022

To accomplish this the bill advances everything from “food residuals” and organic materials diversion, a new environmental justice litmus test, a solar panel “recovery, reuse, and recycling working group,” an electric school bus mandate, recognizes “nuclear power” as a carbon free energy source, and much, much more.

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Stok

JULY 29, 2018

Check the architect’s contract to see if costs for presentation material are an added fee. Presentation materials like high-resolution renderings can be a critical addition to your project. If your client uses outside counsel for legal review of lease and contracts, request a fee estimate to include in your budget.

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Constructonomics

OCTOBER 3, 2010

Being aware of bonding regulations within the construction industry can help a new contractor keep on track. The obligee —the entity (typically a government agency) that requires the bond, thus receiving its legal financial protection. Construction bond regulations. How construction bonds work. Tell Your Friends.

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Building Information Management

JULY 2, 2016

Business taxes, contributions, memberships, corporate headquarters support (legal, financial, etc.). All waste and excess material. Sales tax on material and equipment costs. Examples of costs that may be included in the coefficient include: General and administrative and other overhead costs. insurance costs. equipment rental.

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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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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. Risk management plan, which identifies possible risks like nonviable time and cost estimates, budget cuts, regulation changes, etc. Construction Management 101. Communication.

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