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A New Bridge to Nature: Elachee Drive over I-985 Bridge Replacement

Civil + Structural Engineer

Roadway Project Manager, Michael Baker International Located in the 1,500-acre Chicopee Woods Nature Preserve in North Georgia, the Elachee Nature Science Center is an education center that serves more than 35,000 students from over 35 school systems and an additional 30,000 visitors to the museum and preserve each year.

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Managing Construction Costs in NYC: Key Factors to Know

CCR Magazine

Whether you are a homeowner planning a renovation , a developer looking to break ground on a commercial project, or simply an interested party in the real estate market, understanding the construction costs in NYC is crucial for making informed decisions. NYC is built on a variety of terrains, including bedrock, sandy soils, and marshland.

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Secure Your Equipment Trailers on Construction Sites

CCR Magazine

Securing equipment trailers on construction sites is a critical task for any construction company, as theft can lead to significant financial losses, project delays, and even compromised worker safety. Access Control: Managing access to the construction site is another important factor in securing equipment trailers.

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7 Critical Steps to Renovating Your House in the Right Order

UK Construction Blog

Make sure to get all the necessary permits before starting work. Separate Major and Minor Projects: Identify which renovations are big-ticket items, like redoing the kitchen or fixing structural issues, and which are smaller updates, like painting walls or swapping out light fixtures. Permits: Dont forget those essential documents.

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Article 4 Direction: What Property Owners Need to Know Before Converting

UK Construction Blog

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. Ever wondered why your neighbour needed planning permission for a simple extension while you didn’t?

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Construction Project Planning: A Step-by-Step Guide for General Contractors

Buildern

The first crucial step is project planning, which is both time-consuming and requires a high level of skill. In this guide, we’ll break down the planning process step-by-step and figure out how construction management software tools help in creating a realistic and flexible plan. A builder starts planning.

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Lodge Building: A Comprehensive Guide to Construction, Design, and Planning

UK Construction Blog

The post Lodge Building: A Comprehensive Guide to Construction, Design, and Planning appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Lodge building has evolved from simple estate structures to versatile, modern constructions serving diverse purposes across residential, commercial, and recreational sectors. What is Lodge Building?