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Construction restarts on $2.1B Portland water plant

Construction Dive

Daily Dive M-F Tech Weekly Every Wednesday Infrastructure Weekly Every Tuesday Labor & Safety Weekly Every Thursday By signing up to receive our newsletter, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. However, the hearing officer disagreed with their interpretation and reapproved the earlier land use approval.

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Building Smarter: The Role of Modern Architecture in the Future of UK Construction

UK Construction Blog

While there are many reasons for this shortfall, including land use regulation and labour shortages, architectural innovation has a role to play in accelerating delivery. Furthermore, urban infill projects—developing underutilised land within existing cities—require architects to be particularly agile.

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NAHB Advocacy Efforts and Outcomes

The Pro Builder

and providing greater flexibility when using bond financing to build or preserve LIHTC properties. Department of Health & Human Services budget proposal completely eliminated Job Corps funding. In other words, it gives federal agencies the latitude to interpret the scope of regulations. Plaintiffs in Loper Bright Enterprises v.

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

ENR Construction

s largest ski resort, the project team is navigating strict state regulations and difficult site grading on one of the largest developments in Vermont history. the access road to the ski resort that 5,000 vehicles use daily in winter, says Sherman. It’s one of the first applications for use with such high pressure,” he says. “At

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Las Vegas Contractor Licensing vs Nevada: Key Differences and Requirements

Contractors Liability Blog

Health and Cleanliness Rules for Hotels and Restaurants Special rules for hotel, casino, and restaurant projects involving pipes or air systems. Health checks required for cleanliness and safety. Wait for Approval and Licensing The NSCB completes application processing in 30 to 60 days. Bigger projects need more coverage.

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Embracing Change for Safer, Efficient Facilities

OmTrak

Multiple government regulations add complexity, and each creates silos for specific information provision. For instance, the Work Health Safety Act requires information to be provided to workers and users on safe use of facilities, while other regulations might demand asset registers, certificates, and manufacturer instructions.

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A Look at the Regulations Surrounding Commercial Construction in California

Stonemark

Commercial construction projects tend to be heavily regulated, and notably so in California. Each city, county, and town has various agencies that outline their own criteria, and trying to understand these regulations can easily overwhelm even a seasoned developer.