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Environmental Regulations in Construction: What Contractors Need to Know

Levelset

Environmental laws provide the backbone for permitting and reporting requirements on construction projects, while a wide variety of state and municipal laws impose even stricter rules. NPDES permits are issued by states that have obtained EPA approval to issue permits or by EPA Regions in states without such approval.

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#125:  Pay-if-Paid Clauses and Contractor Default

NH Construction Law

The Court relied on the general rule of contract law that “Where a promisor ‘prevents or hinders’ fulfillment of a condition which otherwise would have been fulfilled, ‘performance of the condition is excused’ and the promisor’s liability is ‘fixed’ regardless of the condition’s non-fulfillment.”

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What to Know About the “Contract” in General Contracting

Contractor Connection

A contract protects you, your budget, and your property, so make sure to consider the following as you negotiate your agreement: Licensing. Find out what the proper amount of liability insurance is for your area, and be sure that any contractor you hire has that coverage. Scheduling.

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#98:  Good Faith Limits on Termination for Convenience

NH Construction Law

They operate very much like “at will” employment contracts, permitting the employer to fire an employee at any time for any (or no) reason as long as some specific public policy is not offended. ” Summary judgment was entered for the painting subcontractor on liability, leaving for another day the issue of damages.

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Tax Reform Impact on Employers and Employees

Revit OpEd

This new provision may impact the way that the parties to a sexual harassment or sexual abuse suit negotiate during the settlement process, but is unlikely to significantly deter the use of nondisclosure agreements. The Tax Bill suspends all miscellaneous itemized deductions that are subject to the 2% floor under present law.

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THE ESTIMATING PROCESS FROM A TO Z

Construction Cost Estimating

On the opposite hand, you may need to interrupt down some classes or line-items more, like Permits and charges generally Conditions or Countertops in room & tub. Building Permit 3. Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical Permits 4. Pavement Cut Permit Fee 10. Tree Conservation Permit 17. Fees for a Mid-Sized City 1.

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State by State Incentives Guide

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

If a business entity invests in a qualifying project that meets certain requirements and is approved by the Alabama Department of Revenue, and maintains minimum annual requirements, the company may receive an annual credit against its income tax liability generated from the qualifying project.

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