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San Francisco sues former city official for permit fraud

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Authorities claim that former building commission chief Rodrigo Santos used his knowledge of the city's permitting process to aid in the filing of false and misleading applications.

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JOC Program Manager’s Duties

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Communicate with customers, consultants, regulatory agencies, and presentations at Board meetings and/or Commission hearings. Secure necessary permits which may include Conditional Use Permits, Environmental Impact Statements, and building permits. Ensure vendor/ contractor compliance with all safety and code regulations.

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Atlantic Coast Pipeline costs reach $7B

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Duke Energy says permitting delays and a Federal Energy Regulatory Commission stop-work order drove estimated project costs $500 million higher.

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3 Secrets to Successful Landmark-Status Building Construction Projects

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Plan for Extra Permitting Hoops. Not surprisingly, construction in a landmark-status property takes the permitting process to an entirely new level. But as rewarding as they are, construction projects in protected properties come with their own set of unique challenges, too.

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QR Codes Unlocking Secrets of NYC Building Permits | ENR.

ENR Construction

QR Codes Unlocking Secrets of NYC Building Permits. New York City building permits are sprouting up with QR codes that instantly unlock vast amounts of project information. It is now nearing the issuance of its 200,000th building permit with a QR code. QR codes are expected to be on all permits by the end of 2013.

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OK Commission Says Workers' Comp Alternative Unconstitutional

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On Friday, the Oklahoma Workers' Compensation Commission called the alternative workplace-benefit plans that some employers adopted under the law "a water mirage on the highway that disappears upon closer inspection," and ruled unanimously the law that allows employers to opt-out of state-regulated workers' comp plans.

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The Most Green Building Friendly Zoning Code in the Nation - Baltimore?

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Last month, the City Planning Commission approved a draft Code focusing on sustainability recommending adoption by the City Council. · Community-based alternative energy systems are a permitted and conditional use in all zoning districts. · Community-Managed Open Space is now a permitted use in most zoning districts.

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