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2018 IgCC Poised to be Adopted for the First Time

Green Building Law Update

The proposed Executive Regulation 12-20 appeared in the Montgomery County Register on August 1. A public hearing will be held on proposed regulation on September 3. Since 2017, the 2012 IgCC has been permitted in the County as an alternative to mandatory LEED building. And written comments may be submitted until October 5.

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Construction Cost Estimating Blog: Permits & Building Codes for.

Construction Cost Estimating

Permits & Building Codes for Construction. State governments have the authority to set up such regulations and may pass on all or part of this authority to counties or municipalities. Most state and local jurisdictions prefer to accept the model building codes maintained by the International Code Council (ICC).

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Housing and the 2020 Presidential Election

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In announcing the council, the White House reiterated NAHB’s estimate that at least 25% of a new home’s cost can be attributed to regulations that also contribute to the shortage of affordable homes. Regulations. We saw consistent growth during his first three years.” Builders Saw Policy Wins in 2019, But There's More Work Ahead.

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Industry Focus: Logistics – Going With The Flow

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

SelectUSA states that “A highly integrated supply chain network in the United States links producers and consumers through multiple transportation modes, including air and express delivery services, freight rail, maritime transport and truck transport. By Business Facilities Editorial Staff. From the March/April 2014 issue.

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Rhode Island Incentives and Workforce Development Guide

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

Deregulation of Commercial Lines: This law exempts qualified commercial insurance lines from specific state review requirements, including filing policy forms, casualty insurance rating requirements, and certificate of compliance requirements. These credits may be taken against the gross premiums tax.

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Florida: A Warm Climate For Business Growth

Business Facilities

Florida understands that businesses need certainty, predictability and efficiency in government regulations. The state’s regulatory agencies and local governments provide quicker, less costly and more predictable permitting processes for significant economic development projects without reducing environmental standards.

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LOCATION FOCUS: California Dreamin’ – A Rebound Fueled By New Energy

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

Jerry Brown fired the two state regulators who had overseen a 70 percent decline in state drilling permits since 2008, a notable turnaround for a state leader who in his first stint as governor in the 1970s pioneered many of California’s landmark environmental protection statutes. Last year, CA Gov.