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General Contractor Contract: The Ultimate Guide for USA and Australian Builders

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In this guide, we’re taking a practical look at how these contracts work, what they should cover, and how they’re used in real-world construction across the US and Australia. If you’re managing crews, working with subs, and wondering how to handle general contractor markup , this is the foundation you can’t skip. In the U.S.,

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Lawful Development Certificates UK: Your Complete Guide to Planning Security

UK Construction Blog

Two types exist: certificates for proposed developments (confirming planning permission isn’t needed) and for existing developments (verifying work completed was lawful at the time). It’s particularly valuable when using permitted development rights for home extensions, loft conversions, or outbuildings.

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How to Choose Trusted Tiny Home Builders in Queensland: Expert Guide 2025

UK Construction Blog

Builders must register with governing bodies like the Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC). Happy customers often praise: Construction detail work Professional communication On-time completion After-sale support Top builders offer detailed warranties from 1 to 2 years on general construction. Maximum height: 4.3m

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Infrastructure Work Kicks Off $5B Vermont All-Season Resort Expansion

ENR Construction

Photo courtesy Killington Resort June 11, 2025 With road and waterline infrastructure work underway for a $5 billion expansion at the Eastern U.S.’s The project’s scope is “historic and transformational” for the town, says Abbie Sherman, the town’s public works director. In late May, the town hired S.U.R.

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Green Cooling in The UK’s Listed Buildings: Tackling Air Conditioning Challenges In 2025

UK Construction Blog

The government’s vision of clean energy and enduring sustainability needs innovation at every built environment level. It’s essential to know that most air conditioning installations are not considered permitted development rights when working on a listed building or conservation area.

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$57M Settlement Keeps Red River Diversion Project Claims Out of Court

ENR Construction

Much of what was negotiated concerned delay claims related to permits, third-party raiilroads and compliance with regulatory requirements, said a spokeswoman for the Metro Flood Diversion Authority (MFDA). A small part r elated to the failure to use epoxy coating on rebar in parts of the project to protect against corrosion, she said.

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Denver Takes New Steps to Reduce Project Permit Wait Times

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June 27, 2025 With industry pressure to expedite what critics said has been Denvers too slow-moving project permit process, city officials now are working out details of an overhaul launched by Mayor Mayor Mike Johnstons April executive order—so far with mixed reviews.