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City of Rockville Implementing the IgCC

Green Building Law Update

That said, the City’s website makes clear “The City is willing to consider alternative methods of compliance, such as other rating systems or building codes, so long as they are deemed equivalent in spirit and stringency to the rating system, code or program referenced. or the National Green Building Standard (ICC 700-2012).

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INDUSTRY FOCUS: Points of Entry for Cash-Rich Cargo

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

A prime example is the Hendricks College Network, a non-profit linking employers with Indiana’s wealth of educational and workforce development resources. Within a Foreign-trade zone, companies are permitted to perform a number of procedures before the merchandise is charged duty. TUPELO/LEE FTZ: 15M SQ. Foreign-trade zones help U.S.

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State Focus – Utah: Consistently Excellent

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When looking at wage growth, job growth and high-tech GDP growth, greater Provo provides not only a world-class business environment but also abundant opportunities for a healthy and robust startup culture, emblematic of the overall entrepreneurial spirit across the state. This spirit is made possible by a strong business environment.

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LOCATION FOCUS: Facets of Florida

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Florida makes it possible for businesses to earn a profit. Low taxes, expedited permitting and competitive costs create an environment where businesses can grow and owners and employees can both prosper. Last year alone, under the leadership of Governor Scott, 1,100 burdensome regulations were eliminated. NSU is home to the H.

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Location Focus: Florida – Rebounded And Ready

Business Facilities

The City of Fort Lauderdale helped us with the construction permits needed in order to build our space. We received a concierge service and our permits were done in less than two weeks. “Robin Ronne and his team at the Greater Fort Lauderdale Alliance CEO Council did a great job in fast-tracking the process,” says Cappadoro. “It

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Integrated Project Delivery – IPD, Job Order Contracting – JOC, BIM, and Efficient Project Delivery

Building Information Management

He also noted, for the contractor to understand, that change orders are kept to a minimum with JOC – thus, the contractor’s coefficient bid is very important for their long-term profitability success. Assist with permitting process, if needed. Assist with permitting process, if needed. The ways for the Owner and.

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FEATURE STORY: 2013 Economic Development Awards

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In 2012, the Alliance visited 178 companies to assist with access to capital, workforce training opportunities, permitting issues and site location assistance. Operation Oswego County (OOC) is a private, non-profit organization that works to enhance, promote and protect the business and industrial climate of Oswego County.

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