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Boston testing mobile building permit tracking app

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The City of Boston is piloting a Web and mobile app that lets citizens track their permit applications online. The app called Permit Finder could free city employees from having to respond to the 30 to 40 permit status-related calls they receive each week. Regulations Codes and Standards'

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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. In construction, environmental regulations generally focus on stormwater, waste disposal, hazardous waste handling, and air quality.

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Cannabis Retail Construction: How to Navigate the Green Rush

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Like any CRE sector, the cannabis industry comes with its own set of nuances for planning and executing construction projects – particularly since it is relatively new and highly regulated. Based on these experiences, here are five key things to consider when developing cannabis retail and industrial facilities: 1.

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What’s in a JOC Coefficient

Job Order Contracting

Mobilization and close out for the total contract and each task order. Compliance with environmental laws (overhead [indirect] costs associated with performing work in compliance with EPA/OSHA regulations, including obtaining any necessary licenses and permits, reporting requirements, etc.). Depreciation of mobile office(s).

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Legalized Marijuana: Opportunities and Impact for Commercial Real Estate and Construction

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Like any CRE sector, the cannabis industry comes with its own set of nuances for planning and executing construction projects – particularly since it is relatively new and highly regulated. As more states adopt laws legalizing recreational weed, marijuana companies are looking to get licensing and mobilize in those states quickly.

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4 Innovations Transforming Construction Safety 

Autodesk Construction Cloud

This centralized database will help the NYC DOB ensure that all construction workers on permitted projects are qualified to perform their work safely and will help permit holders automate the daily tracking of worker training on the job site, to be in full compliance with regional regulations. . Mobile Software.

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3ndless 3arth 3covillage in Calaveras County, California

Natural Building

The workshop was directed by lead builder and president Keith Enderlein, a Calaveras local and owns Endliss Timber Works, operating a mobile lumber mill to provide lumber and reforestation services in the county. These and future building projects are permitted through Title 25 of the California Code of Regulations.