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Contractors back New York’s Scaffold Law update

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Construction restarts on $2.1B Portland water plant

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Skip to main content CONTINUE TO SITE ➞ Dont miss tomorrows construction industry news Let Construction Dives free newsletter keep you informed, straight from your inbox. However, the hearing officer disagreed with their interpretation and reapproved the earlier land use approval. You can unsubscribe at anytime.

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Unlocking the potential of pickleball and padel courts

CCR Magazine

Adaptive reuse is a growing trend in construction and urban planning, offering creative ways to breathe new life into underutilized or vacant spaces. Adaptive reuse refers to repurposing existing structures or land for a use different from its original intent. Pickleball’s Popularity in the U.S. Cities across the U.S.

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The Role of Accurate Planning in Commercial Construction

CCR Magazine

Without proper planning, even the best-designed commercial construction projects can face delays, cost overruns, or legal issues. With a competitive landscape and unique local challenges, precise planning becomes critical. With a competitive landscape and unique local challenges, precise planning becomes critical.

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The Complete Guide to Real Estate Construction Management

UK Construction Blog

Builders are also using prefabricated methods to save time and reduce waste. Understanding Real Estate Construction Management Real estate construction management is the process of planning, organizing, and controlling a building project, from the first idea to the final handover. Everything planned earlier is now put into action.

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Stormwater/flood response 

Civil + Structural Engineer

Education, proper product selection, and planning. Challenge Overview In 1972, the Clean Water Act, a national regulation, instructed that stormwater must be treated. This water is bringing with it more sediment, which creates pollution and safety hazards. Which ones are successful depends on investments and planning.

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Key Bridge Reconstruction: Engineers Look to AI, Machine Learning to Accelerate Rebuild Timeline

Civil + Structural Engineer

As recovery efforts continue amidst heaps of debris, engineering experts estimate that a complete rebuild adhering to stringent safety standards could take a staggering 10-15 years using existing methodologies and design approaches. All while ensuring that projects adhere to both local and national standards and regulations.