NYC construction community rallies for passage of new safety law

The public demonstrations came in the wake of a recent report that found 80% of fatalities between 2014 and 2015 occurred on nonunion city job sites.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 19, 2017

Why energy costs trump codes as contractors' moving target for efficiency

With the adoption of updated energy codes often lagging their approval by many years, AEC pros are eyeing other metrics for sustainable construction and operations.

By Chris Wood • Jan. 18, 2017

MI considering creation of statewide council to track infrastructure data

The proposed measure would establish an asset management system for directing financing for necessary infrastructure repairs.

By Chris Wood • Jan. 18, 2017

Court rejects final environmental appeal aiming to halt $1B Golden State Warriors arena

The long legal battle over the venue, which broke ground Tuesday, is nearly over.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 18, 2017

Kroll: Construction industry fraud declined in 2016

However, cybersecurity has emerged as one of the sector's weakest areas.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 18, 2017

OSHA fines IL contractor $78K for inadequate fall protection on Chicago job site

Park Ridge, IL-based Polo Masonry Builders Inc. is among the latest construction companies to draw the agency's eye.

By Sean Barry • Jan. 18, 2017

CA bullet train officials deny reports of potential $3.6B cost overrun

Rail authority officials said a Los Angeles Times story reporting massive cost increases for the project was inaccurate and based on hypotheticals.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 17, 2017

NY town accepts Starwood's environmental review for $450M complex

Critics of the $1 million plan are concerned about how such a massive development will impact affordable housing and traffic in the Village of Port Chester.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 17, 2017

FAA approves Rams stadium construction after settling height concerns

The team has agreed to pay $29 million for an additional radar system that will ensure safe operations at the nearby Los Angeles International Airport.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 17, 2017

How a letter to Trump reignited construction's contentious PLA debate

Construction employer groups are once again clashing with unions over project labor agreements. Here's a look at the arguments from both sides.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 17, 2017

Trulia: First-time buyers' return could mean more failed starter home sales

A lack of credit and experience with the buying process along with rising prices and mortgage rates is challenging some of the market's newest entrants.

By Sean Barry • Jan. 13, 2017

Development boon or fraud risk? Inside the controversial EB-5 immigrant investor program

Experts say the program, which provides a way for foreign investors to secure a U.S. green card, is due for updated oversight regulations.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 12, 2017

CA governor urges lawmakers to reduce red tape in effort to boost affordable housing construction

Gov. Jerry Brown's renewed call follows failed attempts last year to garner enough support for his plan that aimed to raise $400 million for affordable housing.

By Sean Barry • Jan. 12, 2017

NY, NJ Port Authority agrees to $400K settlement after SEC investigation into bond sales

The Securities and Exchange Commission said the authority overstepped its legal power in selling $2.3 billion in bonds for several projects.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 12, 2017

Labor Dept. sues GA roofing contractor for whistleblower protection violation

The lawsuit claims that Jasper Roofing and its CEO discriminated against the safety manager by conducting retaliatory acts that led to his termination. 

By Sean Barry • Jan. 12, 2017

NYC mayor supports private industry pushback against required apprenticeship proposal

Bill de Blasio suggested the city adopt a program of increased inspections, higher penalties and stiffer regulations instead.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 12, 2017

OSHA fines NY contractor $198K for trench safety violations

The agency is ramping up its focus on excavation hazards, as it announced last year that trench fatalities doubled from 2015 to 2016.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 11, 2017

FHA cuts annual mortgage insurance premiums

The move comes amid growing concerns over the potential impact of rising mortgage rates on homeownership.

By Sean Barry • Jan. 11, 2017

WSJ: Related Cos. has spent $1.4M in lobbying efforts to keep EB-5 investment program

The controversial program gives foreign investors an edge in obtaining a green card in exchange for a significant investment in U.S. development.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 11, 2017

Construction industry groups call on Trump to repeal PLA mandate

The AGC has also issued a plan urging the president-elect to repeal or revise several federal regulations that it says are harmful to private industry.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 11, 2017

Trade Commission moving forward with potential import duties on Canadian lumber

The panel concluded that imports of softwood lumber from Canada are harming U.S. producers. 

By Sean Barry • Jan. 11, 2017

Unit owners in sinking Millennium Tower sue developer, San Francisco agencies

A group of 20 homeowners claims the developer knew the building was sinking faster than expected and failed to disclose the issue to buyers.

By Sean Barry • Jan. 10, 2017

NYC officials set to propose controversial new construction safety requirements

The legislation's hot-button issue will likely be its requirement that companies only hire workers who have completed an apprenticeship program.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 10, 2017

KY lawmakers repeal prevailing wage law

After Gov. Matt Bevin signs the bill as expected, the state will become the 21st to not mandate a certain wage for construction workers on public projects.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 10, 2017

The Dotted Line: Architects, contractors vie to be the owner's best resource

Some architects say the blurred lines between their responsibilities and contractor services are cutting them out of the design picture.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 10, 2017