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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. Courtesy of Portland Water Bureau Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. You can unsubscribe at anytime.

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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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What is ‘Zoning’ in Construction: Regulations and Their Impact on Development

Building Radar

Zoning is a fundamental concept that influences how properties can be developed and used in construction and urban planning. Zoning regulations are essential for managing land use, ensuring that development is orderly, and balancing the needs of residential, commercial, and industrial areas.

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Achieving Balance Among Drive-thrus and Walkable Communities 

Civil + Structural Engineer

by Jill Bahm, AICP, Partner, Giffels Webster Throughout the US, the interest in creating more walkable communities is intensifying. More land is consumed for vehicle stacking to keep waiting cars from extending into the roadway, as well as accommodating bypasses or “bailouts” to let drivers out of the queue, if needed.

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5 things developers should know about mass timber

BDC Network

Erik Barth Regulations Mass Timber Wood The Changing Built Environment The U.N.’s The effects of climate change like drought, extreme weather events, and sea level rise, have far-reaching impacts on the health and well-being of all living things. Even if global warming is limited to 1.5°C,

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Top 5 Mistakes Contractors Make during the Prequalification Process and How to Fix Them

Safety Services Company

A LinkedIn Article noted that 35% of project defaults are due to issues identified in the prequalification process but ignored! Prioritizing safety and compliance is a critical step that helps contractors land more jobs. Firms that fail to consider workers’ mental health can experience higher risks down the line.

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Navigating Government Regulations in Construction Projects

CCR Magazine

Navigating government regulations in construction often feels like steering a ship through ever-changing waters. Rules evolve, new standards emerge, and just when you think you’ve figured it out, another update lands. In this article, you’ll discover actionable strategies to tackle regulatory changes head-on.