Legal/Regulation: Page 60
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CO court ruling on defects case could help jump-start condo construction
Supporters of the ruling say it could reduce the frivolous lawsuits that have all but halted condo construction in the state.
By Kim Slowey • June 13, 2017 -
Trump reveals new infrastructure plan details
The president aims to streamline the regulatory and permitting processes, as well as boost apprenticeships and workforce training.
By Kim Slowey • June 12, 2017 -
DOL proposes axing 'persuader' rule
Construction industry groups have been vocal opponents of the rule, arguing that it would prevent employers from requesting legal advice during unionization efforts.
By Kim Slowey • June 12, 2017 -
$310M Kansas City, MO convention hotel moving forward
Tourism officials said the city is losing out on convention business and that hotel construction must begin as soon as possible so that it can compete for shows.
By Kim Slowey • June 12, 2017 -
Trump's infrastructure plan to include prevailing wage requirements
Secretary of Transportation Elaine Chao said the inclusion of Davis-Bacon mandates is necessary to draw in support from Democrats for the $1 trillion plan.
By Kim Slowey • June 9, 2017 -
Judge's ruling threatens $3B Queens, NY development
A joint venture between Related Companies and Sterling Equities submitted a proposal in 2012 to redevelop the site into a shopping and housing complex.
By Kim Slowey • June 8, 2017 -
DOL withdraws joint employer guidance
Construction industry groups lauded the move, as they said the Obama-era informal guidance created a too-broad definition of joint employment.
By Kim Slowey • June 8, 2017 -
NYC leads US metros with highest 'hidden' housing costs
Additional items like property tax rates, insurance and remodeling needs are often overlooked by first-time buyers when planning their home purchases.
By Katy Tomasulo • June 7, 2017 -
IN officials aim to take over troubled P3 interstate project
Construction delays have led to a Fitch Ratings downgrade of the original bonds sold to finance the Interstate 69 project.
By Kim Slowey • June 7, 2017 -
Miami-Dade approves $9M David Beckham stadium land deal
The development team must still secure approval for the entire soccer stadium plan, with the goal of completing the project in 2020.
By Kim Slowey • June 7, 2017 -
Veterans Affairs seeks to jump-start $1.4B in construction projects
The delays are largely the result of procedural differences between the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Army Corps of Engineers.
By Kim Slowey • June 7, 2017 -
Nearly 7M Atlantic, Gulf coast homes in storm surge path
Florida leads states with the most at-risk homes — nearly 2.8 million — followed by Louisiana at 808,000, according to CoreLogic.
By Katy Tomasulo • June 6, 2017 -
NYC officials urge NY lawmakers to approve expanded use of design–build
Lawmakers must vote on the measure, which would permit the use of the delivery method for eight city projects, before the legislative session ends this month.
By Kim Slowey • June 6, 2017 -
PA launches $550M Philadelphia infrastructure program
The initiative includes paving approximately 235 miles of highway and repairing or replacing 35 bridges in the region.
By Kim Slowey • June 2, 2017 -
After 9-year delay, 3K-home Sacramento, CA MPC moves forward
The revived project follows the lifting of a flood-related federal ban on construction in the area and a slow return to building.
By Katy Tomasulo • June 2, 2017 -
MN governor signs $988M infrastructure bill
The bonding measure also addresses the state's contentious $1.86 billion light-rail project and pins the responsibility of operating costs on local agencies.
By Kim Slowey • June 1, 2017 -
Trump's deregulation order stalls federal high-speed rail rules
Industry experts say a set of uniform safety requirements will streamline the bureaucratic approvals that are necessary for high-speed rail projects.
By Kim Slowey • June 1, 2017 -
Miami-Dade commissioner backs $300M David Beckham soccer stadium deal
The city must still approve the deal and design for the 25,000-seat Miami Beckham United venue.
By Kim Slowey • June 1, 2017 -
Deep Dive
How Trump's 2018 budget could help — and harm — the construction industry
The administration offered some long-awaited details of its infrastructure plans, but questions remain around specifics of the massive undertaking.
By Kim Slowey • June 1, 2017 -
MO governor signs law prohibiting state-mandated project labor agreements
State Republicans say PLAs push the cost of construction higher, while Democrats warn the new measure could result in lower wages and sub-par work.
By Kim Slowey • May 31, 2017 -
MD appeals judge's order requiring additional review of $5.6B Purple Line
The judge dismissed challenges regarding migratory birds and endangered species but maintained that rail officials must still re-examine ridership numbers.
By Kim Slowey • May 31, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Q&A: How CO builders are using technical training to fill the worker pipeline
Michael Smith, director of the Colorado Homebuilding Academy, discusses efforts to train students, veterans and other potential workers in the construction trades.
By Debbie Reslock • May 31, 2017 -
Trump budget cuts funding for seismic early warning system
The latest federal budget proposal would cut $10 million annually for an early earthquake warning system on the West Coast.
By Kim Slowey • May 30, 2017 -
New San Francisco law rewards developers for adding affordable housing
Developers will earn up to two extra floors if 30% of the building’s units are set aside as affordable in an effort to contend with a state-wide housing shortage.
By Katy Tomasulo • May 26, 2017 -
Study: Mandatory PLAs have increased OH school construction costs by 13%
Opponents of mandated project labor agreements, including the ABC, point to the study as an argument for their side in the contentious issue.
By Kim Slowey • May 26, 2017
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