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NAHB Develops Land Use Resources for Home Builders and Buyers

The Pro Builder

The effect of local land-use policy on housing affordability is not often readily understood by those outside of the home building industry. Each primer focuses on a component of land-use policy and the impact it has on builders and buyers: density, zoning, and development review.

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Unlocking the potential of pickleball and padel courts

CCR Magazine

As cities face challenges with limited land availability and increasing demand for recreational and entertainment facilities, adaptive reuse has emerged as a cost-effective, sustainable solution. Adaptive reuse refers to repurposing existing structures or land for a use different from its original intent. What is Adaptive Reuse?

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Power Plays: Why Energy Availability, Pricing, Grid Readiness Now Drive Corporate Site Selection

Business Facilities

While a site may check all the boxes in terms of location, zoning, and access — it may not have the power infrastructure to support a major corporate facility. What are the average and peak commercial/industrial rates in the utility zone? Are renewable energy programs or green tariffs available from local providers?

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Biodiversity and Development: How to Build Without Destroying Ecosystems

CCR Magazine

What strategies can we use to advance human development while protecting the planet’s diverse ecosystems? Development that protects and values biodiversity can be achieved through renewable resources combined with green building methods and community involvement.

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The Complete Guide to Real Estate Construction Management

UK Construction Blog

Sustainability is also a big focus; new rules in the EU require all new buildings to be zero-emission by 2030. While green buildings cost more to build, they can cut long-term operating costs by up to 40%. Builders are also using prefabricated methods to save time and reduce waste.

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

UK Construction Blog

These directions are typically implemented to protect the character and amenity of designated areas such as conservation zones or to manage property concentrations like Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs). Ever wondered why your neighbour needed planning permission for a simple extension while you didn’t?

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Using Vacant Land To Benefit The Residents Of Bedford, Texas

CCR Magazine

Are you seeking innovative ways to maximize the use and benefit of vacant lands in Bedford, Texas? Potential of Vacant Land in Bedford The unused, vacant land in Bedford, Texas presents a golden opportunity. Vacant land is indeed unutilized potential. An approach that can inspire Bedford!