Tag: permits
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DHS ends automatic extensions of immigrant work permits
Dive Brief: The Department of Homeland Security will end the automatic extension of certain immigrant work permits pending renewal, according to a press release issued Wednesday by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Under an interim final rule set to publish and take effect Thursday, DHS will take away a safety net that granted immigrants a…
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From Permits to Perfect Kitchen
There are several local building regulations in Los Angeles that can affect a kitchen renovation project. Renovate expertly with Sweeten Sweeten brings homeowners an exceptional renovation experience by personally matching trusted general contractors to your project, while offering expert guidance and support—at no cost to you. Start your renovation Building codes: The California Building Code…
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How to Get Construction Permits: Texas Homeowner Guide
If you are a homeowner in the state of Texas, and want to carry out some home improvements, or start a construction project, there’s a few important things to know before you get started. Whether you’re building a new addition, thinking about remodeling your kitchen, or want to have a deck or add a pool,…
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Trump orders NEPA changes, faster energy project permits
Listen to the article 5 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. President Donald Trump took steps Monday to cut back the White House’s National Environmental Policy Act rulemaking powers and to speed up permits for energy infrastructure projects powered by oil, gas, nuclear, coal, hydropower and biofuel, as…
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How Finland is simplifying building permits with BIM
Many real estate developers, property owners, and city officials feel building permitting should be more streamlined. To reduce friction, efforts have been made to use online forms and submit 2D drawings as PDFs. While this saves time, Finland is taking a massive leap forward by introducing BIM-based permitting, with Solibri playing a vital role in…