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We're thrilled to see Cleveland taking a bold step forward with the recent construction permit reform. Mayor Justin M. Bibb's executive order to overhaul the building construction permitting process marks a significant milestone in our city's development journey. Cleveland has long been known for its resilience and innovative spirit. This reform is a testament to our commitment to creating a business-friendly environment that encourages growth and investment. By simplifying and streamlining the permitting process, we can attract more projects, big and small, fueling economic development and enhancing our city's vibrancy. This initiative addresses longstanding challenges, making it easier for developers, contractors, and even DIY enthusiasts to navigate the system. The focus on predictability, visibility, and efficiency ensures that our city can support ambitious projects without unnecessary delays. As Cleveland continues to build its future, we celebrate this crucial step towards a more efficient and welcoming development landscape. Read more from Crain's Cleveland Business in the comments. #ClevelandRising #BuildingTheFuture #EconomicGrowth #UrbanDevelopment Green Harvest Capital City of Cleveland - City Hall

Stantec's innovative prototype for #Maryland middle schools emphasizes flexibility, sustainability, and community engagement. How do you think these #design elements will shape the future of #EducationalEnvironments? Will adaptable spaces and #sustainable solutions become the new standard for schools nationwide? https://bit.ly/4dB3YI8 #iands #projects #educationalfacilities #LEEDsilver #interiordesign

CIBS Hosts Insightful Discussion on Melville Town Center's Future On Wednesday, September 25, 2024, the Commercial and Industrial Brokers Society of Long Island (CIBS) hosted a highly anticipated panel discussion: “The Melville Town Center – Will it Succeed and is It a Model for Other Long Island Municipalities?” The event brought together industry leaders and real estate professionals to explore the potential of the Melville Town Center and its impact on Long Island’s growth. Moderated by Peter L. Curry, partner at Farrell Fritz, P.C., the panel featured: • David Pennetta SIOR, CIBS, LEED GA, CIBS Co-President and Executive Managing Director at Cushman & Wakefield • Michael Florio, CEO of Long Island Builders Institute • Louis Bekofsky, Principal & Managing Director at VHB Engineering • Kelley Coughlan Heck, Executive Vice President & Partner at TRITEC Real Estate Company, Inc. The conversation highlighted opportunities and challenges tied to redeveloping the Maxess Road area into a dynamic mixed-use community, blending commercial, residential, and recreational spaces. Peter Curry noted, “The Melville Town Center project could reshape how Long Island approaches mixed-use development and serve as a model for other municipalities balancing growth with community needs.” The panel emphasized the need for collaboration between developers, local governments, and communities to ensure Long Island remains a thriving hub for commercial and residential activity. CIBS Co-President David Pennetta added, “CIBS is proud to facilitate these essential conversations. As Long Island evolves, it’s critical that we proactively address the challenges and opportunities of major projects like the Melville Town Center.” #CIBS #LongIsland #RealEstate #MixedUseDevelopment #MelvilleTownCenter #CommercialRealEstate #CommunityGrowth  

Zoning and building codes go hand in had toward creating a thoughtful city that meets citizen needs. They can also lead to confusion for construction developers trying to build out infrastructure, and for citizens who find themselves with unintended consequences of growth without structure. Common misconception is that speed to growth can occur by eliminating zoning and codes. As described in Bloomberg CityLab article Unlocking the Hidden Power of Zoning, for Good or Bad: “Simply changing the number of units for that may be built on a lot is not enough to ensure housing can be built…each lot in a zoned city is subject to a variety of other rules, including minimum lot sizes, setback requirements, building height caps, maximum number of units and parking requirements. These zoning rules often do more to constrain housing than people realize.” And changes have to be understood to be helpful. Fordje has consistently heard that updates to city codes are hard to determine, for both construction developers and city planners. If developers don’t have the CORRECT codes, development will still get halted at permits and inspections. But thoughtful zoning and codes in fast growing cities are essential to shaping a livable and vibrant future. It’s ensuring people understand them and their requirements that moves the needle so zoning and codes are leveraged for growth, not stagnation. “Ultimately, zoning is a hopeful act by a community trying to shape its future growth.” #zoning #citycodes #construction #proptech #govtech

WAM Principal Nick Deans recently had the privilege of participating in The Fifth Estate's ‘Let’s Hack Housing’ event, where some of the brightest minds in housing, design, and urban planning came together to tackle one of the most pressing issues of our time: the housing crisis. The robust debates and discussions we engaged in were a clear reminder that there is no single, simple solution to this complex problem. Instead, it requires a multi-pronged approach that involves both the public and private sectors working in concert. "At its core, the answer to the housing crisis seems straightforward - improving housing supply. But the real challenge lies in the details of how we make it happen," says Nick. "We must focus on enabling the conditions that allow for the creation of more housing, both through new construction and by making better use of the resources and buildings we already have. We have the ideas and expertise to make real progress, but now is the time to turn good thinking into good actions." View more: https://lnkd.in/ghb7AJFT

Smart Designs: Affordable Living in Florida is officially available in the Tampa Bay Business Journal and our website. BDG's thought leaders delve into the complex landscape of affordable housing development. Successful planning demands a comprehensive understanding of diverse variables and a strategic, risk-averse approach. This white paper covers key considerations including regional development experience, financial sustainability, zoning analysis, building quality, market influence, economic and political factors. Assembling an adept team and establishing a well-prioritized work plan are emphasized as essential components in navigating the intricate early planning stages of development. Read More: https://lnkd.in/e7gN7quY https://lnkd.in/eBtf4ujq #SmartDesigns #AffordableLiving #Florida #LeasershipINArchitecture

When we say we wouldn’t be where we are without our amazing team, we mean it. Our #BrancoBuilt community is truly one of the most special there is. Because of this, we know that every project is built with the same dedication and commitment we give each other. And that’s how we’ll Keep Changing the Landscape, Together! #Construction #ConstructionIndustry #CommercialConstruction

Sharing what Cornelia’s next redevelopment capital project looks like in my head… it may not ACTUALLY turn out this way, but this is how I see it! We are working with the amazing design team at Carl Vinson Institute of Government to develop an actual master plan for this project, so there is much more to come regarding this! I can’t wait to see this come to fruition! #capitalprojects #redevelopment #capacitybuilding #communitydevelopment #communitybuilding #planningforthefuture

🏗️ Understanding Zoning Bylaws in Greater Boston: A Must for Developers! 🌆 Navigating the complex zoning regulations of Greater Boston is crucial for any successful development, particularly in multifamily and mixed-use sectors. At O'Sullivan Architects, we specialize in guiding developers through these intricate processes to ensure compliance and project success. 📚 Our latest blog provides a comprehensive overview of zoning bylaws and highlights the importance of professional guidance in this challenging landscape. 🔗 Dive deeper into our insights and discover how we can support your next project by reading the full article: https://wix.to/8Xt7nnb #ZoningBylaws #RealEstateDevelopment #UrbanPlanning #Architecture #OSullivanArchitects #BostonBusiness

Miami Real Estate, Environmental and Land Use Partner Steven J Wernick, Esq. AICP is featured in Andres Viglucci's Miami Herald article "The End of Single-Family-Only Home Suburbs? Miami-Dade Zoning Rule Impact Could Be 'Sweeping'." Wernick, a veteran zoning attorney, commented, "In the right hands, it should be useful. That will often depend on how a neighborhood functions. Does it have the infrastructure to handle this? Are the buildings well designed?" #MiamiDade #SouthFlorida #FLLawyers #RealEstate #SingleFamilyHomes