TX Senate greenlights $100M for school construction projects

The measure allocates $50 million for traditional school districts and $50 million for charter schools, which cannot levy property taxes to pay for new facilities.

By Kim Slowey • May 1, 2017

NY–NJ Port Authority to consider renovating existing bus terminal

If officials decide to use the existing site rather than build new at another location, the environmental review will take up to two years.

By Kim Slowey • May 1, 2017

IN governor approves tax increase to fund $5B infrastructure initiative

Officials said citizens have indicated they don't mind a slight tax hike as long as the funding is earmarked for road projects.

By Kim Slowey • May 1, 2017

Officials fail to reach deal for $250M Boston soccer stadium

Some local representatives refused to back the agreement because they said the area could not withstand the additional traffic around the venue.

By Kim Slowey • May 1, 2017

Breaking down construction safety by the numbers

We take a look back at the biggest statistics, reports, rule changes and other news around safety in the industry from the last year.

By Construction Dive Staff • May 1, 2017

Trump tax plan leaves infrastructure out

Some lawmakers were expecting President Donald Trump to earmark tax revenue from the repatriation of corporate earnings for infrastructure spending.

By Kim Slowey • April 28, 2017

EPA investigating Home Depot for lead-paint safety compliance

The home improvement giant said it is cooperating with the civil and criminal investigation of its installation services and contractors.

By Katy Tomasulo • April 28, 2017

UPDATE: Senate confirms Alexander Acosta as labor secretary

Acosta is the dean of the Florida International University Law School and formerly served as an assistant attorney general under President George W. Bush.

By Emily Peiffer , Kim Slowey • April 27, 2017

Trading up: Why land swaps can lead to big payoffs

When an exchange is set up the right way, an investor can increase asset value without paying taxes on the gain.

By Kim Slowey • April 27, 2017

AFL-CIO: Trump deregulation policies a threat to worker safety

The labor organization said Trump's deregulation stance could reverse what they characterized as gains in safety practices made under the Obama administration.

By Kim Slowey • April 27, 2017

NYC council approves six of 21 safety bills, with more expected

The controversial requirement for workers to complete apprenticeships or have comparable work experience was not among the approved measures — yet.

By Kim Slowey • April 27, 2017

Cleveland approves $140M Cavaliers arena renovation deal

The NBA team agreed to a series of guarantees and measures that will benefit the community in order to make the financing deal more attractive for the city.

By Kim Slowey • April 26, 2017

Judge upholds OSHA decision to cite 2 MA contractors as single employer in worker-fall case

General contractor A.C. Castle said it wasn’t responsible for the safety of the three injured workers because a subcontractor employed them.

By Katy Tomasulo • April 26, 2017

OSHA fines SD companies $214K for safety violations preceding building collapse

A second investigation into the cause of the collapse, which resulted in the death of one worker, is still underway.

By Kim Slowey • April 26, 2017

CO construction defects bill aiming to revive condo development passes House

Developers say the current law has led to "frivolous" lawsuits that have stalled new condominium construction and limited entry-level options in the state. 

By Kim Slowey • April 26, 2017

MD officials' boycott delays $113M in school construction funding

The delay could throw off the timing of some school projects, which would have coincided with the summer break.

By Kim Slowey • April 25, 2017

How will Trump's 'Buy American, Hire American' executive order impact construction?

Unlike previous orders that aim to streamline schedules and cut red tape, this latest measure is facing industry pushback due to its potential to increase costs.

By Kim Slowey • April 25, 2017

More developers in Nashville, TN must add sidewalks

Builders say compliance with the new measure could delay home sales and reduce the number of projects that qualify to pay an alternative fee.

By Mary Tyler March • April 25, 2017

CA revokes license of contractor in Berkeley balcony collapse

The decision is part of a settlement with state officials regarding allegedly shoddy work that led to the 2015 incident, which killed six and injured seven.

By Kim Slowey • April 24, 2017

Canadian softwood lumber antidumping duties decision delayed until June

Weyerhaeuser shares fell nearly 2% in response to the extension request. Meanwhile, word on countervailing duties is expected this week.

By Katy Tomasulo • April 24, 2017

CA issues $1.25B in high-speed rail bonds despite legal challenges

The $64 billion project has been mired in controversy, but state officials are taking advantage of a voter-approved measure and California's high bond ratings.

By Kim Slowey • April 21, 2017

CA state senator: More market-rate housing critical to fixing state's affordability woes

California State Sen. Scott Wiener says the state doesn't have the resources to produce only affordable inventory to close its 100,000-unit annual housing gap.

By Katy Tomasulo • April 20, 2017

DOT reorganizing, creating new posts to support Trump's infrastructure plan

The department will tap KPMG principal James Ray as senior adviser on infrastructure and former ABC executive Geoffrey Burr as acting chief of staff.

By Kim Slowey • April 20, 2017

5 ways to keep homeowners safe when they visit the job site

With the excitement of watching their dream home rise likely to spur regular site visits, builders must establish boundaries and manage buyers' expectations.

By Debbie Reslock • April 20, 2017

Trump signs 'Buy American, Hire American' executive order targeting foreign material sourcing

Construction industry groups have pushed back against the move, as they say new restrictions will result in higher project costs.

By Kim Slowey • April 19, 2017