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Investigation underway after large piece of rigging falls at South Station entrance

No injuries reported after rigging gear fell near South Station; investigation launched.

Disaster survivors face these roadblocks to rebuild safer, more sustainable homes

Rebuilding after hurricanes requires sustainable practices, but homeowners face high costs, regulatory misunderstandings, and insurance challenges.

Living in the Box: All You Need to Know About Container Home Construction - Yanko Design

Shipping container homes are an affordable and sustainable housing option that appeals to a variety of buyers.
#safety-standards

Log burner planning permission - what experts say you should know

Consult local authorities about planning permission for log burner installations.
Building Regulations must be followed for safe log burner installation.
Engage a registered installer for compliance and safety.

What building control costs can you expect for your self build project?

Building regulations ensure safety, health, and energy efficiency in construction projects.

Log burner planning permission - what experts say you should know

Consult local authorities about planning permission for log burner installations.
Building Regulations must be followed for safe log burner installation.
Engage a registered installer for compliance and safety.

What building control costs can you expect for your self build project?

Building regulations ensure safety, health, and energy efficiency in construction projects.
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#fire-safety

Set of Bromley flats to have cladding replaced after two fires in two years

The balconies and roof terraces in St Mark's Square are being updated following a recent fire incident to improve fire safety standards.

Blaze destroys multimillion-euro German fire station fitted without alarms

The fire station in Stadtallendorf burned down due to lack of a fire alarm, which was not legally required.

'Combustible' cladding set to be removed from primary school and student halls

Combustible cladding will be removed from Somerset Court to improve fire safety and modernize the building.

The residents still caught in cladding crisis after Grenfell tower fire

Urgent action is needed to remove unsafe cladding from residential buildings to prevent further fire tragedies.

Grenfell: System Failure Scenes from the Inquiry (part 2) podcast

The Grenfell Tower Inquiry aims to illuminate systemic failures to promote reforms in fire safety and building regulations.

Havering and Redbridge councils respond to Grenfell report

Commitment to resident safety remains strong post-Grenfell inquiry, which identified avoidable deaths due to systemic failures.

Set of Bromley flats to have cladding replaced after two fires in two years

The balconies and roof terraces in St Mark's Square are being updated following a recent fire incident to improve fire safety standards.

Blaze destroys multimillion-euro German fire station fitted without alarms

The fire station in Stadtallendorf burned down due to lack of a fire alarm, which was not legally required.

'Combustible' cladding set to be removed from primary school and student halls

Combustible cladding will be removed from Somerset Court to improve fire safety and modernize the building.

The residents still caught in cladding crisis after Grenfell tower fire

Urgent action is needed to remove unsafe cladding from residential buildings to prevent further fire tragedies.

Grenfell: System Failure Scenes from the Inquiry (part 2) podcast

The Grenfell Tower Inquiry aims to illuminate systemic failures to promote reforms in fire safety and building regulations.

Havering and Redbridge councils respond to Grenfell report

Commitment to resident safety remains strong post-Grenfell inquiry, which identified avoidable deaths due to systemic failures.
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How thick should loft insulation be? Experts share their know-how

Proper loft insulation thickness reduces heating bills and environmental impact.
300mm is typically advised for retrofitting to meet necessary building regulations.

The Panic About the Parapets

Homeowners in Brownstone Brooklyn are reacting to new mandated parapet wall inspections, triggering confusion and anxiety regarding compliance and inspection legitimacy.

Decisions by legislators, homebuilders may have worsened North Carolina's Helene damage

Hurricane Helene's impact was worsened by decades of construction policies in North Carolina that favored homebuilders over safety regulations.
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from BKReader
1 month ago
Brooklyn

Uzbek Developer Building a Brooklyn Condo is One of Mayor's Straw Donors, Report Says

Tolib Mansurov sought assistance from Mayor Eric Adams amidst allegations of illegal campaign contributions and building project complications.

How to buy your own Swedish island

Islands for sale in Sweden can be found on property sites like Hemnet, but they are rare and usually highly sought after.

A court decision worries developers eyeing Florida's aging condos

New regulations post-building collapse lead to costly condo living and redevelopment of older buildings into luxurious high-rises.

Uzbek Developer Building a Brooklyn Condo is One of Mayor's Straw Donors, Report Says

Tolib Mansurov sought assistance from Mayor Eric Adams amidst allegations of illegal campaign contributions and building project complications.

How to buy your own Swedish island

Islands for sale in Sweden can be found on property sites like Hemnet, but they are rare and usually highly sought after.

A court decision worries developers eyeing Florida's aging condos

New regulations post-building collapse lead to costly condo living and redevelopment of older buildings into luxurious high-rises.
morereal-estate

I'm a building expert and here's how I choose between private building control and Local Authority Building Control

Choosing the right building control route is crucial for self builders, especially post-Building Safety Act.

I'm a town planner and here are my five tips for planning applications

Research thoroughly and understand the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) to increase the chances of your planning application being approved.

Building notice vs full plans approval: We look at your building regulation options

Building regulations approval is crucial for construction projects to meet safety, health, and environmental standards.

TipSheet: Austin City Council, 5.2.24 - Austin Monitor

One main point is the probable approval of drought contingency and water conservation plans by the Council to comply with a deadline, followed by ongoing discussions and updates.

Does the Future Homes Standard lack embodied carbon regulations?

The omission of embodied carbon in the Future Homes Standard's consultation could hinder achieving net-zero ambitions.

NYC pols push state to fix decades-old law blamed for preventing much-needed housing as highlighted by Post probe

The 1961 law in Manhattan restricts building sizes, exacerbating the housing shortage.
Studies show the law may have cost NYC 200,000 apartments over the years.

Imagine Austin series looks at prospects for equitable development amid rapid growth - Austin Monitor

Austin is facing challenges in implementing equitable housing policies due to population and income growth alongside state laws limiting inclusionary zoning.
Removing parking minimums and increasing density on residential properties are crucial steps to address the housing demand in Austin.

Council OKs variance to build home in the floodplain - Austin Monitor

City Council unanimously approved variances to allow a property owner to build a house in the floodplain.
The proposed home will have a finished floor elevation of 2.2 feet above the floodplain.
from Los Angeles Times
4 months ago

42 buildings in Beverly Hills aren't seismically retrofitted. Is yours at risk in an earthquake?

Soft-story buildings in Beverly Hills pre-1978 may need seismic retrofit for earthquake safety. Times tracks retrofits in LA County for public awareness.
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