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ZONING regulations in Atlanta are being rewritten as we speak. How many gas stations are in your neighborhood? Are tiny houses permissible in your backyard? What's going to be built on the vacant lot on your block? Zoning regulations determine ALL of that and more. This past Monday the City of Atlanta presented the first look at the zoning changes scheduled for implementation Jan. 2025. Yes, you heard that right - in 6 months the changes will start rolling out. Key Take Aways: - Major changes to gas station development and where they're allowed to operate - Major changes to self-storage facilities. As currently proposed, they now must be part of a mixed use development where the commercial and residential square footage must equal the amount allocated for storage - Major changes for how guest houses, accessory dwelling units and tiny homes are defined and regulated This is just a sampling of the changes that will shape how the city transforms over the next 50 years. As a real estate development firm the Aspire Construction & Design team was in the room to be a part of the conversation, claim a seat at the table and to be sure that the voice of the small scale developer is heard. The next session for a review and feedback session on the changes will be July 9. More details at www.atlzoning.com. Stay informed. #CRE #CommercialRealEstate #RealEstateDevelopment #Architecture #Engineering #Construction

How often does zoning impact the viability of a project? We've encountered numerous instances where clients were super excited about initiating projects, they liked the conceptual design direction, and possessed the "necessary" funding (I'll touch more on this). However, upon realizing the extensive costs and time commitments involved—not only in constructing the building (which is what their budget really evolves around) but also in addressing site development, platting, street infrastructure, landscaping, and paperwork (SO MUCH PAPERWORK) —the project just wasn't feasible anymore. The City of Dallas is in the midst of transforming Land Use with FORWARD Dallas, alongside revisions to the Zoning Ordinance that has not been revised FOR DECADES. Anticipated to be voted upon and approved within the next year or so, we are excited about the potential for these changes to ASSIST with the design process, not IMPEDE it. But the question remains...will these changes encourage and permit ACTUAL growth, BETTER growth? It's easy to blame zoning, there is definitely weight there. But zoning can't do it alone. Clients, architects, consultants, communities all have a role to play. I'm pretty sure the viability of a project rests on us too. 100% sure in fact. We just have to figure out how much weight we are willing to carry.

#365DaysofSustainability, Day 128: "How much insulation do I need and what else can I do to make this building more efficient?" This is the question many teams ask as they plan renovations or new construction. PE-Services tapped Emerald Built Environments to build an energy model and answer those questions for its College Square project in Newark, Delaware! #EnergyModeling #AnswerQuestions #SustainabilityConsulting

#365DaysofSustainability, Day 128: "How much insulation do I need and what else can I do to make this building more efficient?" This is the question many teams ask as they plan renovations or new construction. PE-Services tapped Emerald Built Environments to build an energy model and answer those questions for its College Square project in Newark, Delaware! #EnergyModeling #AnswerQuestions #SustainabilityConsulting

Learn the secrets to successful industrial development with our latest blog post! Dip into the world of Industrial Land Use Zoning and discover how it shapes the future of your projects. From light to heavy industry, we've got you covered. Read more: https://lnkd.in/d95_ynNV #LandPROPlanning #IndustrialDevelopment #ZoningRegulations #LandUsePlanning

Send this to your next roommate so you can share a nice, safe apartment that’s also energy efficient… We are happy to report an inspection pass for Kessler Apartments—one of the newest apartment communities in #fortworth! One of our Green Building and Energy Inspectors, Kris, went on-site for the final inspection of this beautiful multifamily unit. If you’ve been following us for a while, then you know that #finalinspections are fast and easy; there are just a couple of items left to inspect and verify. This was no different. ✅ The occupancy sensors are installed and working properly! ✅ The weather stripping on the outer-facing doors is perfect! ✅ The water heaters are primed and prepared! Final inspections are easy because the heavy lifting was already done in the design phase and during construction. Shout out to the real MVPs: the #architects and the #constructioncrews. Their hard work and coordination make final inspections easy walk-throughs. If you’re looking for a new place to rent, Kessler has units ready to be leased! Kessler Apartments 6761 Sandshell Blvd Fort Worth, Texas 76137 Located just east of I-35W, north of Western Center Blvd, and south of Basswood Blvd. And we’re off to the next project! Where do you think we’re going? #BlinkTexas #energycodeinspectors #energycodeexperts #energycodecompliance #multifamilyunits #residentialconstruction #commercialconstruction #architect #designandplanning #designphase #constructionindustry #constructioncrew #energyefficiency #energyefficient #mynextapartment #apartmentsforyou

Zoning rules play a big role in how much properties cost. They decide what you can build and how you can use the land. Homes in family-friendly areas are worth more if the land is zoned for residential use. Properties in business areas can be more valuable if the land is zoned for commercial use because businesses can bring in more money. Zoning rules can also limit how tall buildings can be, how many units can be built, and what types of buildings are allowed. These limits can make properties more expensive in popular areas because there are fewer available. On the other hand, zoning changes that allow for taller or more profitable buildings can increase property values. Understanding zoning rules is very important for anyone investing in or developing property. It helps them make the most out of their investments. https://lnkd.in/e9m8DhSn #ZoningLaws #LandDevelopment #ConstructionCosts #PropertyDevelopment #RealEstate #UrbanPlanning #BuildingPermit #ConstructionManagement #DevelopmentProject #RealEstateInvesting #HomeRenovation #Architecture #Engineering #ConstructionIndustry #ProjectEstimation #ZoningRegulations #LandUse #PropertyInvestment #BuildingDesign #ConstructionFinance #DevelopmentCosts #BuildingProjects #RealEstateDevelopment #ConstructionPlanning #ZoningApproval #PermitProcess #DevelopmentApproval #PropertyCost #LandSurvey #ConstructionBudget

Own Property or Planning to Buy? Here’s Why You Need to Know Its Potential Ignoring your property’s zoning potential can cost you time and money. Stay informed and make smart decisions to maximize your investment. Don't let zoning surprises catch you off guard! Zoning rules play a big role in how much properties cost. They decide what you can build and how you can use the land. Homes in family-friendly areas are worth more if the land is zoned for residential use. Properties in business areas can be more valuable if the land is zoned for commercial use because businesses can bring in more money. Zoning rules can also limit how tall buildings can be, how many units can be built, and what types of buildings are allowed. These limits can make properties more expensive in popular areas because there are fewer available. On the other hand, zoning changes that allow for taller or more profitable buildings can increase property values. Understanding zoning rules is very important for anyone investing in or developing property. It helps them make the most out of their investments. https://lnkd.in/etDvniEM #ZoningLaws #LandDevelopment #ConstructionCosts #PropertyDevelopment #RealEstate #UrbanPlanning #BuildingPermit #ConstructionManagement #DevelopmentProject #RealEstateInvesting #HomeRenovation #Architecture #Engineering #ConstructionIndustry #ProjectEstimation #ZoningRegulations #LandUse #PropertyInvestment #BuildingDesign #ConstructionFinance #DevelopmentCosts #BuildingProjects #RealEstateDevelopment #ConstructionPlanning #ZoningApproval #PermitProcess #DevelopmentApproval #PropertyCost #LandSurvey #ConstructionBudget

Repairing New York City’s aging parking garages under Local Law 126 is a messy and complex process that often requires a temporary loss of parking spaces. Rather than postponing repairs while conditions worsen, property owners should enlist an experienced professional, such as CDC, to properly diagnose the issues and devise creative repair solutions. #curtainwalldesignandconsulting #CDC #engineering #architecture #repair

Absolutely, understanding the eligibility criteria and requirements of the Density Bonus Program is crucial for developers looking to participate in affordable housing initiatives in Los Angeles. Depending on the desired level of density increase, projects may need to allocate a certain percentage of units to very low-income households to qualify for the maximum density bonus. Navigating these requirements requires expert guidance to ensure compliance and maximize the benefits of the program. Want to know more? Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/gGQijQpd Developers, gain clarity on Density Bonus requirements and maximize the potential of your projects. Schedule a strategy call to ensure compliance and explore the benefits of the Density Bonus Program: https://lnkd.in/gUA5PbC2 #flashfacts #work #road #project #construction #architecture #constructionsector #site #sector #business #building #industry #news