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New York transit infrastructure risks "falling behind" after paused congestion pricing

Deezen

Architects and transit officials have raised concerns over the well-being of New York 's transit infrastructure after the plan to tax automobile drivers entering the city was paused by the state government. The tax would have in part gone into backing financing for a $15 billion (£11.7)

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Updated ADU Laws: SB 897 and HCD’s ADU Handbook

Santa Cruz Architect

Just recently, Freddie Mac updated their ADU financing options and CalHFA extended their ADU Grant Program to help even more homeowners build backyard homes. While the Senate voted to pass the law, it will need to be re-reviewed by the Committee on Governance and Finance before it can be passed into law.

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The Future of Architecture: Changing How Housing Is Built in the World’s Most Disaster-Prone Countries

Architizer

Beyond designing housing and schools, we transform systems for regulating, financing, building and improving informal housing across the Global South. However, with rising rates of urbanization, some of these methods have been lost, while others require structural reinforcements to provide added safety.

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Temporary Modular Buildings: The Future of Construction

Architecture Ideas

Many buildings were destroyed in bombings and temporary buildings gave governing bodies a quick, effective way to manage a growing housing crisis. Difficult financing – Modular construction projects often require larger upfront investments than traditional construction projects.

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How To Find A Great Plumbing Company In Northern Virginia?

DesignRulz

For example, it can help maintain your safety and save money. You can achieve that by implementing the following strategies: Make Sure Preferred Plumbing Company Is Licensed Although the state requires all plumbing companies to register their names with the government, some plumbers are reluctant to follow the law.

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Event: Building Socially Sustainable Communities: Bridging the Divide at Essex Crossing

Bustler

Wenke, President and Chief Operating Officer, Taconic Partners Gigi Li, Vice President in Government & Community Affairs, NYC Economic Development Corporation Moderator: Jason Ivaliotis, AIA, Associate, Woods Bagot Introductions: Andrea Lamberti, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, NCARB, 2022 President, AIANY; Partner, Rafael Viñoly.

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How the failed Security Square Mall could become a thriving town center

Community Architect Daily

They take active planning as the ULI case study of mall redevelopment clearly postulates: One clear insight that comes from these case studies is the vital role of the local (state, county, or city) government in leading the repurposing effort to bring back economic activity in the area.