HardHatChat

DECEMBER 3, 2019

With the countdown on to 2020 – and the start of a brand-new decade right around the corner – it’s time for our annual look back at the commercial construction industry “highs” and “lows” from 2019. Even as the labor situation improves, it’s being outpaced by a high commercial construction activity level across the country.

Commercial 227

Commercial Industrial Las Vegas Retail 227

Construction Marketing

JANUARY 25, 2023

Commercial real estate development involves the process of acquiring, designing, constructing, and leasing or selling commercial properties such as office buildings, retail centers, and industrial parks. Read more on the proper steps to ensure your commercial investment runs smoothly.

Commercial 228

Commercial Leases Regulation Finance 228

HardHatChat

FEBRUARY 23, 2010

The same can be said for all those savvy national retailers who are currently taking advantage of the availability of prime space at regional shopping centers and decreased construction costs in order to enter high-profile markets. Retail Power Center. will say those retailers and shopping center developers are crazy like a fox.

Retail 168

Retail Memphis Construction Commercial 168

HardHatChat

JANUARY 25, 2012

It’s not just foreclosed homes that are looking like a bargain to real estate investors in today’s market, but also distressed commercial assets. Here are just a couple things that the best commercial contractors will know need to be answered before you consider taking over a distressed construction project. Is there any wild water?

Commercial 176

Commercial Construction Permits Bargains 176

HardHatChat

AUGUST 3, 2010

In today’s economic climate, most retail development firms, shopping center landlords, office building owners and especially general commercial construction contractors would be wise to take a step back and ask themselves if they are leaving any money on the table when it comes to new business and servicing their customers.

Commercial 196

Commercial Retail Construction US 196

HardHatChat

APRIL 6, 2010

The travel expenses alone for a non-local general contractor would inflate a retail construction bid to the point where the job isn’t economical. And the way our commercial construction services are set up, we can actually save our out-of-state clients time and money. Rest assured, I haven’t lost my mind. Well, it’s not like that.

Commercial 174

Commercial Contractors Retail Construction 174

HardHatChat

NOVEMBER 10, 2009

I’ve got to ask, are you still competitively bidding the bulk of your commercial construction projects? And here’s why: 1. Negotiating with a commercial contractor allows you to split unforeseen cost savings. Really, you are? Interesting…. 2. Work starts immediately. Reviewing bids can take weeks while negotiating takes days.

Commercial 168

Commercial Negotiation Bidding Contractors 168

HardHatChat

APRIL 24, 2023

As a National General Contractor working across multiple verticals in the commercial construction space, we understand the challenges (COVID and Supply Chain) facing our retail, restaurant, hospitality, and senior housing clients. For example, the project can be risky if you only chase after the lowest bid.

Commercial 156

Commercial Retail Construction Housing 156

HardHatChat

JANUARY 17, 2023

You succeed in a challenging environment by being adaptable to change, open-minded to new ideas, and focused on solutions. As we mentioned in previous posts, last year presented various challenges for the commercial construction industry. The post Commercial Construction 2023 Trends and Lessons Learned first appeared on Hard Hat Chat.

Commercial 156

Commercial Retail Construction Permits 156

HardHatChat

SEPTEMBER 30, 2009

But just how would Chicago hosting the Olympics affect the city’s restaurant and retail construction activity ? Given the fact that most national and international retailers already have stores in Chicago, most retail construction will involve remodeling and expansion of existing stores. Here are a couple of my predictions….

Chicago 120

Chicago Retail Bidding Permits 120

Green Building Law Update

MAY 9, 2021

That legal doctrine was brought to bear when on January 8, 2021, this defendant Beachline made a permit application to the state Florida, including, requesting authorization to fill in approximately 115 acres of Orange County waters for a construction of a mixed use residential and commercial retail development on approximately 1,923 acres.

Florida 398

Florida Residential United States Permits 398

Construction Marketing

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

A recent StorageCafe study did a comprehensive review of real estate activity from 1980 to 2023 , spanning residential, commercial, industrial, and self storage sectors. Over 60 million homes and apartments permitted in the U.S. has seen over 41 million single family units and almost 19 million multifamily units permitted.

Permits 156

Permits San Antonio Indianapolis Phoenix 156

HardHatChat

SEPTEMBER 25, 2017

When I think back on the most interesting construction projects and challenges I’ve handled in my career as a national commercial contractor, without a doubt some of the most memorable have been in landmark-status buildings. Plan for Extra Permitting Hoops. Here are three key takeaways from our experiences over the years: 1.

New York City 267

New York City Construction Chicago Permits 267

HardHatChat

MARCH 23, 2010

After all, that’s what happens when you work as a shopping center general contractor as well as a national retail contractor. You hear the good, bad and ugly from shopping center landlords, mall and retail developers, architects and subcontractors. Allow design and construction teams to interact early with jurisdictional authorities.

Retail 174

Retail Construction Bidding Contractors 174

HardHatChat

SEPTEMBER 13, 2012

based Englewood Construction, one of the country's leading commercial construction firms, will sponsor the 2012 Ryder Cup at Medinah Country Club in Medinah, Ill., Delivering the best commercial contracting services to national and international clients is something we feel privileged to do. Lemont, Ill.-based September 25-30.

Commercial 189

Commercial Chicago Retail Contractors 189

Construction Specifier

JANUARY 13, 2025

With commercial architects and designers emphasizing openness and flexible use of space, elements such as sectional doors are getting much more attention. In response, door manufacturers are developing engineering and design features to serve a broader range of commercial environments. By Heather Bender Photos courtesy Clopay Corp.

Commercial 59

Commercial Overhead Safety Retail 59

Construction Marketing

MAY 27, 2022

What’s more, they don’t need a building permit, allowing you to maximize time, as well as save on cost. They’re advantageous for industrial, commercial, and retail uses too. Fabric buildings are beneficial for a number of purposes, such as agriculture and retail. They Offer Ventilation. They’re Simple To Reconstruct.

Fabrication 269

Fabrication Materials Retail Equipment 269

Pro Builder

MARCH 4, 2022

Roughly 557,000 building permits were issued for single-family residential projects in 2021, making it one of the most productive years for construction on record. Building permits have been issued for roughly 323K single family homes and over 233K multifamily units in the last 10 years. Housing Markets. Market Data + Trends.

Housing 98

Housing Dallas Metro Permits 98

Green Building Law Update

APRIL 11, 2015

While Maryland offers non-monetary incentives such as priority parking and high occupancy vehicle (HOV) lane access regardless of the number of occupants (when displaying an HOV permit on the vehicle), it is the dollar cost and source of funds for that public policy that is now drawing attention.

Electrical 120

Electrical Maryland Retail Leases 120

BD+C

JUNE 10, 2024

5 hidden benefits of mass timber design 0 qpurcell Mon, 06/10/2024 - 12:05 Mass Timber Mass timber is a materials and design approach that holds immense potential to transform the future of the commercial building industry, as well as our environment. Sixth & Blanco will feature 10 homes, retail, restaurants, and a hotel.

Design 111

Design Environment Safety Materials 111

Wolgast Corporation

JUNE 24, 2024

Instead of hiring an Architect to design your building and then finding a General Contractor to bid the design, a commercial building owner gets the designer and the contractor as one entity. Typically, construction permits can be pulled earlier than traditional General Construction services, so construction can start earlier, too.

Design 97

Design Bidding Budgeting Budget 97

BD+C

OCTOBER 20, 2023

That meant proximity to transit, jobs, schools, retail, public access to parks and recreation, and other social infrastructure. The community will be home to offices, schools, services such as daycare, and retail/dining. He found the most successful ones had a sense of community that went beyond the buildings.

Housing 104

Housing Income DC Residential 104

Business Facilities

AUGUST 23, 2017

Vistancia Commercial Core: 320-acres in the affluent, growing community of Vistancia. Zoned mixed-use/commercial. Build to suit retail/restaurant pads and Class A office development opportunities. More than 2 million square feet of retail and restaurants within 3-mile radius. Zoned mixed-use/commercial.

Arizona 76

Arizona Innovation San Diego Phoenix 76

ENR Construction

AUGUST 16, 2012

In late July, the Obama administration announced it was adding the MMPT project to the Federal Infrastructure Projects Permitting Dashboard , thus expediting its federal permitting and review by as much as a year, according to the project team. HNTB is working with GDOT on assessing the project’s environmental issues.

Atlanta 68

Atlanta Georgia Transportation News 68

Building Radar

AUGUST 13, 2024

Zoning regulations are essential for managing land use, ensuring that development is orderly, and balancing the needs of residential, commercial, and industrial areas. Commercial Zoning : Areas designated for commercial activities, such as retail stores, offices, and restaurants.

Zoning 52

Zoning Regulation Construction Residential 52

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

APRIL 18, 2013

In 2012, the Alliance visited 178 companies to assist with access to capital, workforce training opportunities, permitting issues and site location assistance. The Retail/Hospitality strategy is based on data from the University of Shopping Centers Economic Development Program by the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC).

El Paso 106

El Paso Indianapolis Zoning New Jersey 106

PSMJ Resources

SEPTEMBER 27, 2011

MHC says starts rise in August; housing is mixed; retail remains weak; industrial gains. And what appears to be the early signs of recovery for commercial building may well end up being deferred by rising investor concern about employment growth and the near term prospects for the U.S. The outlook for retail construction remains bleak.

Resource 40

Resource Housing Retail New Jersey 40

BD+C

JUNE 13, 2024

many cities offer tax credits and early permitting for building renewals 1. Carving out or adding a glass-enclosed area with couches and movable partitions creates a venue space that can convert between more intimate gatherings to larger functions, or even be leased to a local retailer or host rotating pop-up shops.

Leases 45

Leases Office Inventory AIA 45

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

MARCH 9, 2016

Aerospace Reduced Business & Occupation (B&O) Tax Rate: Available to manufacturers and processors for hire of commercial airplanes or component parts of commercial airplanes, non-manufacturers engaged in the business of aerospace product development, certificated FAR repair stations making retail sales and aerospace tooling manufacturers.

Washington 40

Washington Commercial Employment Retail 40

Business Facilities

AUGUST 30, 2017

The Granite Ridge Development District: The creation of the Granite Ridge Development District, a 913-acre commercial and entertainment zone, involved policy changes as well as active investment attraction. The city rezoned the acreage for maximum density and favorable construction conditions beneficial to commercial developers.

Rhode Island 52

Rhode Island Connecticut Massachusetts New Hampshire 52

Business Facilities

JULY 24, 2019

West Michigan’s manufacturers are also supported by commercialization partners, including the Van Andel Institute, the Michigan Alternative and Renewable Energy Center (MAREC), the University Research Corridor and MSU Business Connect. In 2018, approximately 2,200 single-family residential permits were issued in Buckeye.

Metro 108

Metro Atlanta Austin Innovation 108

Chianelli Estimating

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

In the construction phase: Permits are applied for and received. Several different types of designs can be developed depending on projects needs and can include a bid-design, a build-design and a construction management-design for large projects. Pre-Construction Stage. Next is the construction phase.

Construction 60

Construction Procurement Budgeting Budget 60

GCP Applied Technologies

DECEMBER 11, 2018

Depending on the region, general contractors may face additional permitting, pay extra for onsite fire marshals and/or face obstacles with securing liability insurance when using hot applied waterproofing. Commercial buildings. Retail buildings. Why should I use cold applied liquid waterproofing? Liquid waterproofing.

Materials 60

Materials Products Equipment Contractors 60

PSMJ Resources

NOVEMBER 9, 2011

and 26%; commercial (retail, warehouse and farm), -1.6% However, the Energy Information Administration reported on Monday that the national average retail price of diesel fuel rose for the third straight week, by 6.7 BG Group PLC “is now seeking permits to convert a facility in Lake Charles, Louisiana, to export gas.

Resource 46

Resource North Dakota Construction Employment 46

Business Facilities

SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

Cape Coral offers more than 60 square miles of unimproved commercial and residential land. Cape Coral hosts diverse investment zones, commercial corridors and industrial parks suitable for a wide range of corporate and entrepreneurial pursuits. New conceptual plans offer two options: as a new Retail District or an Office Park.

Florida 46

Florida Tampa Airports Miami 46

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

MARCH 28, 2014

“Now Stafford will have access to the critical dark fiber needed for our growing commercial business, and to support our new Tech Park initiative. Our economic development team is committed to fast-tracking business permits,” said Baroody. Moody’s affirmed the County’s Aa2 bond rating upgrade the County’s outlook.

Virginia 45

Virginia Washington Infrastructure Baltimore 45

Business Facilities

AUGUST 21, 2017

The state’s regulatory agencies and local governments provide quicker, less costly and more predictable permitting processes for significant economic development projects without reducing environmental standards. Florida understands that businesses need certainty, predictability and efficiency in government regulations. Has the nation’s No.

Florida 72

Florida Tampa Airports Employment 72