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Changes coming to NYC construction safety, permitting

Construction Dive

The code update will affect the definition of a major building and how many permits a superintendent can be involved with at one time, according to former DOB assistant commissioner Peter Amato.

Permits 141
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Common construction cost estimating problems

Job Order Contracting

Incomplete Scope Definition: A poorly defined project scope can lead to scope creep, causing additional costs due to unforeseen changes and additions. Inadequate Risk Assessment: Not factoring in potential risks like weather delays, permit issues, or unforeseen complications can lead to significant cost overruns.

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How General Contractors Work with Commercial Architects to Mitigate Risks and Deliver Superior Commercial Construction Projects

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This reduced design iteration times and streamlined permitting processes across multiple states, saving both time and money. Permitting Strategy: Navigating local regulations early ensures a smoother approval process. Detailed Scope Definition: Clearly defining the projects scope prevents scope creep and keeps budgets in check.

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Supreme Court Permits State Law Claims Against Superfund Property

Green Building Law Update

The high court reasoned, because arsenic and lead are hazardous substances that have “come to be located” on the landowners’ properties, the landowners are PRPs, under the Section 107 definition of a “covered person” as an “owner” of a “facility” despite that the landowners argued they are no longer PRPs including because CERCLA’s six year limitations (..)

Claims 156
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Rainscreen walls: An updated definition for today’s construction environment

Construction Specifier

Rain penetration results from a combination of water on a wall, openings that permit its passage and forces to drive or draw it inward,” noted Garden. “It He maintained both water on the wall and openings permitting water’s passage would always be present. It can be prevented by eliminating any one of these three conditions.”.

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Job Order Contracting Basic Definitions

Job Order Contracting

Job Order Contracting BASIC DEFINITIONS. The post Job Order Contracting Basic Definitions appeared first on 4BT. APPLICABLE REQUIREMENTS. Job Order Work site(s), the Work, or the prosecution of the Work including without. JOB ORDER / JOC PROJECT SCHEDULE. Learn more… [contact-form].

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EPA announces review of WOTUS rule

Construction Dive

Industry associations applauded the agency’s move to reduce permitting costs with its new definition.

Permits 66