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EPA's 2017 Construction General Permit now in effect

BD+C

The Environmental Protection Agency’s 2017 Construction General Permit (CGP) went into effect on Feb. This permit requires compliance with effluent limits and other permit requirements, including the development of a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan.

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The ADU Boom Has Begun. Is It Adding the Housing We Need?

Dwell

After three years of litigious back-and-forth, in July, the family appeared to have prevailed , and were able to apply for building permits. Such dynamics have prompted new local and state policies that promote ADU construction. In the last four years, U.S. Only 15 percent of Californians can afford a median-priced home," says Goyer.

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Under Construction: Slabtown Savier (images)

Next Portland

Construction is underway on Slabtown Savier, a two-building development in NW Portland’s emerging Slabtown neighborhood. As such the development does not need to comply with the city’s Inclusionary Housing ordinance, which came into effect in 2017. A building permit for Slabtown Savier North was issued on November 23rd, 2022.

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California Senate Bill 1226: Addressing Unpermitted Construction of ADUs

Santa Cruz Architect

This shortage is partly due to unpermitted construction, where residential units have been built without the necessary permits and inspections. However, constructing an ADU requires obtaining permits and undergoing inspections to ensure structural safety, habitability, and compliance with building codes.

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Polysmiths adds Mediterranean texture to Arch House in London

Deezen

Lime-plastered walls, tiled floors and wooden joinery define the interior The blockwork arches, designed in collaboration with structural engineer Techne Engineering also reduced demolition and construction waste and eliminated the need to put in costly ground beams, Wu explained.

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In This Town, Renovating Instead of Tearing Down Puts Money Back in Your Pocket

Dwell

A proposal to pause the issuance of teardown permits resulted in claims of overreach on property rights. The couple have become advocates of the program, which also expedited their permitting process and waived their $4,500 permit fee. In September 2022, Hinsdale officials unveiled a new plan to curtail demolition.

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Haus.me’s Tiny $90K Prefab Can Be Installed in an Hour—and Even Comes With Cutlery

Dwell

The 120-square-foot microHaus doesn’t require permitting, hookups, or a foundation. in 2017 with one goal in mind. "I as a new construction concept that can change the entire housing and construction industry," says Gerbut, who, before becoming an entrepreneur, was a physicist and industrial designer. "We Get in touch!