Contractors Liability Blog

OCTOBER 29, 2024

This category includes general, building, and residential contractor licenses. Types of Licenses: General Contractor License This applies to big projects that involve multiple trades (like commercial buildings). Building Contractor License This covers medium-sized commercial and residential projects no taller than three stories.

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CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 18, 2024

a leader in high-quality engineered metal building envelope systems, is proud to announce an expansion of its ICC approvals to include its innovative roof panels. With these approvals, IMETCO remains committed to delivering trusted, code-compliant solutions for the building envelope industry. </p>

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Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 10, 2024

The city has consistently topped more than $1 billion in new construction permits over the past 11 years as it grows and builds new businesses, apartment complexes, and more. Curb Roller Manufacturing is known for building innovative, ergonomic equipment for shaping concrete flatwork as well as curb and gutter.

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UK Construction Blog

APRIL 17, 2025

Key Takeaways An Article 4 Direction is a legal measure that restricts permitted development rights, requiring property owners to obtain planning permission for changes that would normally be allowed without application. The post Article 4 Direction: What Property Owners Need to Know Before Converting appeared first on UK Construction Blog.

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Contractors Liability Blog

OCTOBER 31, 2024

This guide will show you how to get licensed, from the types of licenses you can get to local permit rules and costs, and how Las Vegas rules differ from state rules. Building Contractor License Fits contractors who work on building-specific projects, like remodels, renovations, and new builds.

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CCR Magazine

JANUARY 15, 2025

Building a home or commercial space is a journey that starts with a vision and ends with a completed structure. Lets explore the key stages of turning a building concept into a completed structure and how a construction company plays a vital role at every step. But how does an idea on paper become a reality?

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Building Code Compliance Material Handling Building Permits Building Codes 52

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 14, 2025

LDCs don’t replace Building Regulations approval – you may need both to ensure your development is both lawfully permitted and safely constructed. It’s particularly valuable when using permitted development rights for home extensions, loft conversions, or outbuildings.

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Building Permits Safety Regulations Fire Protection Systems Permits 52

The Pro Builder

AUGUST 18, 2023

The program will change when these costs have to be paid, or will exempt them, which has the potential to save affordable housing developers hundreds of thousands of dollars in up-front costs.

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ENR Construction

JUNE 11, 2025

The full buildout of the masterplan envisions building 2,300 residential units. The town plans to spend nearly $87 million in two phases over 10 years building a new municipal water system and reconstructing Killington Rd., the access road to the ski resort that 5,000 vehicles use daily in winter, says Sherman.

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Infrastructure Development Land Use Regulations Building Permits Public Works 72

CCR Magazine

MARCH 3, 2025

The construction industry is shifting toward more efficient project delivery methods, and Design-Build has emerged as one of the most effective approaches. Unlike the traditional design-bid-build process, where design and construction are handled separately, design-build consolidates both under a single contract.

Building Design 52

Building Design Building Permits Quality Control Cost Control 52

The Pro Builder

JANUARY 17, 2024

Habitat volunteers officially began working on a prototype last week, ABC 15 reports. "We are building our first shipping container home. We've named it 'HOPE' because that just says so much about the project and what it's gonna do for the people in Georgetown." Read more Affordability Community Development Innovation Affordability

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Building Permits Permits Approvals 130

The Pro Builder

MAY 8, 2023

The effect of local land-use policy on housing affordability is not often readily understood by those outside of the home building industry. Zoning and development regulations that make it easier and less costly to build affordable housing are one way to encourage production of such housing.

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The Pro Builder

MAY 30, 2024

Experts suggest builders need to have an open, continuous dialogue with those living in the community they are planning to build in. Addressing concerns about design style, density issues, and more, can help lessen worries and get projects permitted with minimal objection. “In

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Infrastructure Development Building Permits Permits Approvals 130

The Pro Builder

JUNE 26, 2023

needs to build back from a deficit of 4.3 million housing units, but as costs for building materials rise and labor remains in short supply, resolving that shortage is going to require additional funding and major policy reform. While the nation’s housing stock grew by roughly 6.3 million, and 7.1

Building Permits 130

Building Permits Building Materials Zoning Permits 130

UK Construction Blog

MAY 8, 2025

Budget Planning Establish a realistic budget early, accounting for construction costs, professional fees, permits, potential temporary accommodation, and a contingency fund of at least 10-15% for unexpected expenses. Document your specific requirements, including desired room sizes, functions, and special features.

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Painting/finishing Electrical Wiring Installation Building Code Compliance Site Planning 52

CCR Magazine

MARCH 20, 2025

Those participating in the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) Annual Conference in Orlando, Florida, learned about the building, energy and stretch codes in the state of Massachusetts in a presentation about the complexity of backstop calculations from presenter Christopher Grey ( Simpson Gumpertz & Heger ).

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Building Codes Building Code Compliance Energy Conservation Energy Efficiency 52

Commercial Construction Blog

JUNE 23, 2025

Whether you’re building a flagship retail space in New York or a restaurant in the suburbs of Chicago, each municipality has its own set of rules and guidelines that can impact timelines, budgets, and overall project success. Over the past 25 years, Englewood has completed projects in more than 2000 municipalities nationwide.

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Building Code Compliance Building Codes Risk Management Safety Regulations 52

Construction Daily News

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Of course, there’s plenty to do to prepare a home for demolition, including hiring a reputable contractor, picking out finishes and obtaining the necessary permits. Permits are required for just about any major home renovation, from updating the kitchen to adding extra square footage to taking down a load-bearing wall.

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CCR Magazine

JANUARY 13, 2025

Permitting and Regulatory Costs New York City has a detailed and often complicated regulatory environment, which adds to construction costs. Zoning laws, building codes, environmental regulations, and permits all contribute to the overall expense of any construction project.

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Construction Management Project Management Consulting Cost Control Real Estate Development 52

Commercial Construction Blog

SEPTEMBER 6, 2017

Unrealistic Expectations for Construction Permit Review. One of the first ways a project can get jammed up early on in the construction process is if the client is unrealistic about the length of the municipality’s permitting process. It’s also important to remember that permitting processes vary from city to city.

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Building Permits Building Materials Manufacturing Specialty Contracting Permits 104

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 22, 2020

Obtain and evaluate proposals from job order contractors and other vendors on approved construction projects. Secure necessary permits which may include Conditional Use Permits, Environmental Impact Statements, and building permits. Ensure vendor/ contractor compliance with all safety and code regulations.

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Project Management Consulting Building Code Compliance Building Permits Environmental Consulting 80

Wolgast Corporation

JUNE 24, 2024

Design-Build Construction (DB) is one of the increasingly popular methods of construction. Instead of hiring an Architect to design your building and then finding a General Contractor to bid the design, a commercial building owner gets the designer and the contractor as one entity.

Building Design 97

Building Design Building Permits Building Materials Estimating 97

CCR Magazine

JULY 7, 2024

standing seam clamps have earned Florida Product Approvals (FPA) for High Velocity and Hurricane Zone (HVHZ)—marking a significant achievement in the rigorous realm of construction product approvals and permitting processes in the U.S. Clamps Earn Florida Product Approvals first appeared on CCR-Mag.com.</p>

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Approvals Building Materials Manufacturing Building Permits Building Standards 59

BD+C

JULY 7, 2016

Regulations, permits, inspections, licenses – the approval process to build a healthcare facility can seem a bit daunting.

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Wolgast Corporation

JUNE 28, 2022

The cost and availability of building materials can presently be described as highly unpredictable, so the pre-planning phase has become the key to Restaurant Construction more than ever before! These changes are recommended to the restaurant owner and their architect for review and approval. Design-build speeds up the process.

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Carpentry Building Materials Millwork Building Permits 125

Wolgast Corporation

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Any commercial building can be built in three easy steps. The approach is easier on building owners so they can concentrate on their business instead of construction – we take care of it all from concept to completion. Often this phase results in a go/no-go decision without a large investment by the client.

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Commercial Construction Blog

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

During this stage, the client/GC team collaboratively address site assessments, permit requirements, and scheduling, leveraging the GC’s practical experience in the field. This commitment to quality control boosts project value, ensures compliance, and builds trust between the client and the contractor​.

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BD+C

JULY 30, 2020

San Francisco’s Millennium Tower fix approved, moving forward (BD+C) . After a two-year permitting and approval process, a fix is finally set to move forward with SGH as the engineer-of-record.

Building Permits 72

Building Permits Approvals Permits Engineering 72

Business Facilities

JUNE 2, 2025

Louisiana Economic Development / Aviation Maintenance Apprenticeship Program In February 2025, the Louisiana Workforce Commission State Apprenticeship Council approved the launch of the state’s first Aviation Maintenance Apprenticeship program. An additional $10 million was approved in 2024 with another $10 million proposed in Gov.

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BD+C

MAY 1, 2019

Architects and design professionals create drawings and conceptual designs using data from the present to build structures in the future. Projects get dragged out because of approvals, permitting, weather and other unforeseen circumstances, further diminishing the relevance of the original design data. Delays happen.

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Building Design Building Permits Permits Approvals 78

Construction Marketing

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

However, with a construction loan , you can build your dream home from scratch without making compromises. A construction loan is high-interest, short-term financing that you can use to custom-build your home. Upon approval, the money is sent to the contractor in intervals as the construction work progresses.

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Cost Control Approvals Building Controls Building Materials 116

Natural Building

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

Kate and Scott Ryan-Taylor recently built Western Australia’s first Shire-approved Earthbag dome home. The overall price came to $41,600, which includes the construction, permits, rain tanks and other elements. We did run workshops for people to learn about it but the two of us did 95 per cent of the build ourselves,” Kate said.

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UK Construction Blog

APRIL 17, 2025

When calculating costs, consider that extensive renovations involving structural changes can sometimes approach the cost of building a new home. Reconfiguring existing space is typically more eco-friendly than building new extensions. Over-Structure Extensions build on top of existing single-storey structures like garages.

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Budgeting Environmental Impact Assessment Energy Conservation Property Management 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Toll Brothers is acting as managing member and development lead for the project, overseeing approvals, design, construction, and sales. Vista Pointe represents a rare opportunity to build a luxury waterfront community with outstanding amenities and unparalleled views of Manhattan.

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Real Estate Development Land Use Regulations Risk Management Building Materials Manufacturing 130

Buildern

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Construction loans are important for funding building projects but the approach may differ depending on the borrower. Business Construction Loans A construction loan is a short-term loan to cover the cost of building or renovating a home. Similarly, they are helpful tools in helping to manage cash flow and financing big projects.

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Project Management Consulting Cost Control Risk Management Construction Equipment 52

Construction Marketing

JANUARY 17, 2023

If you have a commercial building, consider installing a solar power system. One of the best ways of installing solar panels in a commercial building is by placing them in an open area. You may install them on your building’s roof or the roof of a carport if there isn’t any adjacent clear, open ground.

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Renewable Energy Systems Roofing Systems Electrical Systems Energy Efficiency 124

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 3, 2025

Obtain Permits and Approvals Before starting construction, make sure you have the necessary permits and approvals from your local building department. Not only will this save you money on utility bills, but it will also make your home more comfortable. Your designer or contractor can help with this process.

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Roofing Systems Energy Efficiency Ceiling Systems Flooring Systems 52