Construction Dive

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

During his State of the City address last week, Mayor Eric Adams also announced new funding to enforce tenant protection laws and expanded free broadband services for residents who live in public housing.

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Zoning 329

The Pro Builder

AUGUST 9, 2024

Take a look at these in-home office designs that cater to work-from-home needs for homeowners at different life stages.

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Zoning 245

Construction Dive

JANUARY 13, 2020

The map highlights infrastructure and transportation improvements that can create greater access to the distressed areas, making them more attractive to investors.

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The Pro Builder

AUGUST 14, 2024

million homes—some jurisdictions have updated zoning codes and improved planning processes to increase the amount of land where residential developments are allowed and make it more efficient to build. To address the housing shortage—estimated at 4.5

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Construction Dive

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

State and local governments are willing to compete for projects like the Steel Dynamics mill in San Patricio County in part because they stimulate the economy during construction.

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The Pro Builder

AUGUST 9, 2024

housing market, and in Opportunity Zones—low-income areas targeted for economic redevelopment—this trend can also be observed. A recent report from real estate data tracker ATTOM shows from Q1 to Q2 2024, home and condo prices increased in 61% of Opportunity Zones. Annually, they were up in 62% of the zones analyzed in the report.

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Zoning 130

Construction Dive

APRIL 9, 2019

Decennial Group aims to direct up to $20 billion of construction to the economically-challenged tax havens during the next 10 years.

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Zoning 293

Construction Dive

MAY 29, 2024

Road builders believe a greater police presence and stricter work zone speeding enforcement are key to decreasing collisions.

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The Pro Builder

JANUARY 17, 2024

But for those looking to Houston as an affordability model based on zoning's role in helping to keep housing costs relatively low—Houston is the only major U.S. city without use zoning—it's important to note that government intervention is still needed to provide housing to Houston's lowest-income residents.

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Construction Dive

MARCH 16, 2020

Though the state supreme court ruled that 200 Amsterdam combined two lots to exceed height limitations, a workaround that has since been invalidated, the partial demolition mandate is now up in the air. For one, the dangers and financial repercussions could be deemed too severe.

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Construction Dive

JUNE 17, 2024

The updates remove a decades-old rule that barred certain commercial building uses, among the changes that aim to boost commercial corridors, promote life sciences activity and bolster manufacturing in the city.

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The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

By offering tax breaks in these zones, the federal government aims to spur economic development. A recent report by ATTOM, a provider of nationwide property data, examined Q4 2023 median home price data for homes in 3,667 low-income Opportunity Zones around the nation.

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Zoning 130

Construction Dive

MARCH 25, 2024

Projects in 22 states range from sensors in roads and intersections to an overhaul of a work zone data environment.

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Zoning 351

Construction Dive

JUNE 23, 2023

The vote to shut off power follows several failures to meet building codes and zoning ordinances, according to a county commission meeting.

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The Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Efforts to overhaul zoning laws and address the housing crisis are facing significant pushback from single-family homeowners across the U.S. Over the past several years, governments at the state and local levels have rolled back single-family zoning to allow more multifamily housing.

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Construction Placements

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

What Makes Concrete Barriers a Good Choice for Urban Construction Zones? Last Updated on November 25, 2024 by Admin In urban construction zones, safety and efficiency are paramount. The post What Makes Concrete Barriers a Good Choice for Urban Construction Zones? appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.

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Construction Dive

FEBRUARY 24, 2020

Legal action taking aim at permits being granted in an alleged zoning loophole could put the nearly complete project's financing in jeopardy and affect at least 20 other projects in New York City.

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The Constructor

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Extreme engineering in earthquake zones and volatile climates represents the pinnacle of structural innovation, where buildings must withstand both seismic forces and extreme weather conditions.

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New Civil Engineer

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Six cities in England are poised to transform their heating systems through the establishment of the nation’s pioneering heat network zones. The post England launches pioneering heat network zones in 6 cities appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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For Construction Pros

OCTOBER 28, 2024

The unique risks of work zones demand diligent safety practices that require a proactive approach.

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Zoning 111

Construction Dive

SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

Renovation at the venue's south end zone will add concessions, seats, offices and facilities and fully enclose the University of Texas at Austin's 95-year-old arena for the first time.

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Zoning 302

Construction Dive

JULY 26, 2019

Higher investment thresholds and a reworking of a special investment zone could affect development and construction industries starting in November.

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Zoning 262

Construction Enquirer

APRIL 23, 2023

The Builders Merchants Federation is warning that Greater London could become a “no- go area” for many SME builders and other trades following the introduction of the expanded ULEZ zone in August. The Ultra-Low Emission Zone is set to be expanded on August 29, imposing a £12.50

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Zoning 313

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Here is an example of the concept of adaptive reuse, the surge in pickleballs popularity, notable examples of temporary installations, and the challenges of zoning, permitting and logistics in creating such facilities. Many cities already struggle with limited green spaces and zoning restrictions for new recreational projects.

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The Pro Builder

MAY 8, 2023

Each primer focuses on a component of land-use policy and the impact it has on builders and buyers: density, zoning, and development review. Density In many communities, zoning laws restrict the amount of land that can be used for residential purposes, often in the form of minimum lot sizes or density requirements.

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Construction Dive

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

The zoning change requires most new buildings to be net zero when they open. The city previously set similar performance standards for existing buildings.

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The Pro Builder

MAY 25, 2023

Their visionary approaches, from harnessing industrial-scale robotics to empowering marginalized communities, streamlining processes, and bringing transparency to zoning laws, inspire us to push boundaries and create a more accessible and equitable housing future for all." zoning codes. "For

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New Civil Engineer

APRIL 24, 2025

Expressions of interest from local authorities and industrial actors hoping to host AI (Artificial Intelligence) Growth Zones (AIGZ) will be considered on the basis of where energy is or could be available, according to a minister.

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The Pro Builder

MAY 17, 2023

Every outdoor kitchen needs four zones: Cooking, cooling (or cooler storage), storage, and clean-up.” That cooling zone can also include refrigerator and freezer drawers, ice maker, beverage center and outdoor-rated wine fridge. That cooling center may be part of a multi-purpose outdoor bar fixture.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 3, 2025

Zone 1: Four hybrid mass timber buildings (4 stories each) totaling 897,500 square feet of office space and parking decks. Zone 3: Additional offices built with full mass timber frames including a single 5-story building with a total area of 332,615-square-feet.

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Roads Online

DECEMBER 4, 2024

The elevated station will also include pick up and drop off zones, a new air-conditioned waiting room and staffed ticket office, along with lighting and security cameras installed throughout the precinct.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 7, 2024

This includes height control, slew control, and rated capacity indication (RCI) for heavy machinery, allowing operators to limit an excavator’s height and set side boundaries to define a working zone, significantly increasing safety around a machine.

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The Pro Builder

JUNE 3, 2023

per month in Climate Zone 2 (see map below) and $0.92 per month in Climate Zone 3 for a standard 2,500 square-foot single-family house, yet it costs roughly $1,366 to achieve that level of insulation. The analysis indicated average energy savings of $0.67 Another example is continuous wall insulation.

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The Pro Builder

JANUARY 17, 2024

climate zones. Key New Construction Findings: 28 million new homes are projected to be built between 2023 and 2050, with more than 10 million expected by 2030. Voluntary building performance programs and standards support cost-effective ZCA new construction.

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The Pro Builder

AUGUST 16, 2023

The Hardie Zone ® System Different climates have different needs. That’s why we created the Hardie Zone System. Wood-based products are a natural fuel for fire. But Hardie® siding won’t ignite when exposed to a direct flame or help feed a fire.

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Construction Specifier

JANUARY 13, 2025

Casework throughout is multifunctional, serving as storage and display and helping to organize the space into zones. Offices are spacious and include a mix of workstations, conference areas, and amenity areas. The library bifurcates a large, open sitting area and provides a space for relaxation.

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The Pro Builder

APRIL 12, 2024

The second draft of the 2024 National Green Building Standard (NGBS) includes many changes, such as updating the reference standards to align with more modern versions of the I-codes and introducing new compliance pathways for existing buildings and buildings in the Tropical Climate Zone. Anyone interested is eligible to submit comments.

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