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Boston Contractor Licensing Guide 2024: Steps, Permits, and State Differences

Contractors Liability Blog

The Massachusetts Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation (OCABR) manages this process. City-Specific Note: Contractors in Boston often have to meet stricter local rules when they work on historic or high-risk projects. Historic Preservation Compliance Boston has tough rules for contractors working on old buildings.

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

UK Construction Blog

The post Article 4 Direction: What Property Owners Need to Know Before Converting appeared first on 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.

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Precast Concrete Lintels: The Ultimate Guide to Strength, Durability & Installation

UK Construction Blog

Compared to steel and timber alternatives, precast concrete lintels offer superior fire resistance (typically exceeding 4 hours), better thermal insulation properties, and greater resistance to environmental damage. Cavity tray installation helps manage moisture effectively.

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Renovation to Revenue: Economic Impact of U.S. Stadiums

CCR Magazine

By developing state-of-the-art facilities, cities such as Chicago, Las Vegas, and Atlanta have managed to reimagine their landscapes, turning previously underutilized areas into thriving hubs of activity. Each project creates a ripple effect, benefiting local businesses, enhancing property values, and fostering economic resilience.

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Renovate or Extend? How to Choose the Right Home Improvement for Your Budget & Needs

UK Construction Blog

For many UK homeowners, this decision represents a significant crossroads that impacts not just your living space but also your budget, lifestyle, and property value. Each approach offers distinct advantages and challenges that impact your lifestyle, budget, and property value. You’re not alone.

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Fenestration and glazing: Seismic performance specification considerations

Construction Specifier

Building codes are adopted with the intent to preserve life and safety. Effectively using this data and the historical effects of earthquakes allows for a research-driven approach to mitigate future damage and build resilient structures. These categories even extend to post-event management. billion annually.

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Modular textile lightweight construction: The future of resilient and sustainable stadiums

Construction Specifier

AIA Photos courtesy Serge Ferrari Group As the world grapples with the increasingly extreme impacts of climate change, architects and builders continue to prioritize materials and building techniques that help manage the effects of wind, rain, flooding, and fires. Author David Peragallo, assoc.