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Our MV Properties Principal, Keegan McNamara, attended the Building Industry Association of San Diego (BIA) Meet The Builders event at the Coaster Room / Belmont Park last week. As an active member of the association, Keegan said it was great to hear from some of the titans of San Diego's building industry. The discussion covered the many challenges of building in different jurisdictions. The consensus was it's difficult everywhere, yet the good news is the City of San Diego got relatively high marks due to the zoning changes they've made over the last several years. #BuildingIndustry #SanDiego #BIA #MeetTheBuilders #ConstructionChallenges #ZoningChanges #UrbanDevelopment #CityPlanning #CommunityBuilding #SanDiegoBuilders #IndustryInsights 

John Smolak - At over $606K per unit, I do hope no government funding, tax credits or other government incentives were provided for this project! And if so, at what cost to the community in exchange for a few affordable housing units which may a short affordability period. Veteran Housing Corp applauds all efforts to build affordable housing but would challenge the US Congress and every local, state, and federal housing agency or affordable housing developer to do better in 2024 and beyond. Veteran Housing Corp demands permanent affordability for all projects receiving government funding, subsidies, tax credits, or other incentives! Veteran Housing Corp demands transparency and every local, state, and federal government agency and other stakeholders MUST provide answers to questions about the housing projects that are built with government funding, subsidies, tax credits, or incentives, including the following: 1. How much funding, federal tax credits, or government benefits or incentives from all government sources did the projects receive? 2. What is the affordability period for each project? 3. What guarantees exist that tenants will not be displaced after the "affordability period expires? Every local, state, and federal housing authority and affordable or workforce housing stakeholder should adopt the State of Vermont's "permanent affordability" policy as a model for all future government funded or subsidized housing projects or developments, no exceptions!  https://lnkd.in/eFEUC8c8 Additionally, local, state and federal housing agencies should look to the Helsinki, FINLAND MODEL of ending homelessness by providing affordable housing for all 'It’s a miracle': Helsinki's radical solution to homelessness https://lnkd.in/er9HZSQU U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development AGREES THAT adopting FINLAND'S MODEL OF ERADICATING HOMELESSNESS may be of great value to resolving the affordable housing and homelessness crises in America https://lnkd.in/gkSZWYRU

$146.4M value loss in 23 years. But that loss is a catalyst for something new for Gwinnett Place Mall. Much-needed housing is a big part of the redevelopment plan. The "residential-heavy plan, called Global Villages, would create a central park as the communal nucleus, remake all roadways as Complete Streets with connections to other key points in Duluth, and enhance transit with possible bus-rapid-transit options and a new transit center." Redevelopment requires ingenuity, some adaptive reuse, and a lot of unique building product applications. #buildingproducts #commercialdevelopment #housinginnovation #constructionverse https://lnkd.in/gBWGT3MQ

Bridge building in West Sacramento

It was great to hear from some of the titans of San Diego's building industry at the Building Industry Association of San Diego (BIA) Meet The Builders event at the Coaster Room / Belmont Park last week. The discussion covered the many challenges of building in different jurisdictions. The consensus was it's difficult everywhere, yet the good news is the City of San Diego got relatively high marks due to the zoning changes they've made over the last several years. We value our membership in the BIA—the organization exists to represent the many companies that plan, design and build the many places where San Diegans live, work and play. #BuildingIndustry #SanDiego #BIA #MeetTheBuilders #ConstructionChallenges #ZoningChanges #UrbanDevelopment #CityPlanning #CommunityBuilding #SanDiegoBuilders #IndustryInsights  

Working on the Atlanta Bowen Homes redevelopment is a reminder that real estate is about more than just building structures—it’s about understanding the significance of the land and the communities it once served. This 74-acre site has been overlooked for years, but now it’s poised for a meaningful transformation. Securing the competitive HUD Choice Neighborhood Implementation Grant wasn’t just about meeting criteria; it was about recognizing the value of the project and the impact it will have. Success in this industry requires more than just financial capability and technical know-how. It demands a deep respect for the history and potential of the spaces we develop. When you approach a project with that mindset, you’re not just executing a deal—you’re making a lasting impact. Subscribe: https://lnkd.in/eXgppuZZ

Teamwork makes the dream work. 🤝 The Woodbridge - Perth Amboy Redevelopment Plan, adopted this past May by both municipalities, represents a collaborative effort between the City Of Perth Amboy and the Township Of Woodbridge to proactively prepare for the vacancy of the Buckeye terminal site by establishing a cohesive and realistic set of zoning parameters to enable #environmentalremediation and enhance this gateway to the City. 🚢 The Plan calls for significant upgrades to various infrastructural elements such as the separation of the combined sewer outfall within the Redevelopment Area, the provision of new public streetscape amenities, and the creation of a new #waterfrontpark, an area previously inaccessible to the public. ⛵ Topology's William Kurzenberger & Graham Petto, P.P., AICP worked with #Woodbridge planning professionals to draft the Plan, and to ensure that appropriate measures were taken to enhance the appearance of the site, ensure sustainable building practices, and protect the City center from burdensome truck traffic. 🚛 #PerthAmboyNJ #PerthAmboy #WoodbridgeNJ #industrialredevelopment #publicpark #njredevelopment #njdevelopment #njplanners #njplanningfirm

The major construction projects in San Antonio are poised to have several positive impacts on the city: Economic Growth: These projects create jobs, stimulate local businesses, and attract investment. The construction industry contributes significantly to the city’s economy. Improved Infrastructure: Upgrades to highways, bridges, and public transportation enhance connectivity and accessibility. This benefits residents, commuters, and businesses alike. Increased Housing Options: Developments like Towne Twin Village address homelessness and provide permanent housing solutions. This improves quality of life for vulnerable populations. Cultural Revival: The Alameda Theater restoration preserves historical and cultural heritage, fostering community pride and attracting visitors. Urban Revitalization: High-rise buildings like 300 Main Downtown transform the skyline, making San Antonio more vibrant and appealing. Overall, these projects contribute to San Antonio’s growth, resilience, and livability. 🌆🏗️ . Please make sure to connect with Brooks Black for more insights in the Construction Industry. #realestate #commercialconstruction #residentialconstruction #newhomes #sanantoniorealestate

HARWORTH’S BLUEPRINT FOR GROWTH ✅ Sustainable urban expansion – let’s build at scale, in the right places    As our chief executive Lynda Shillaw says in our Blueprint for Growth film “You can’t contain everything to brownfield sites and within city centres. You have to assemble land in the right place and at scale.”   We need to unlock more land for development, and not just brownfield. The Green Belt has an important role, but its size (12.6% of land in England) and a short supply of brownfield land is preventing the delivery of much-needed housing and employment space across parts of our country.   Land should be released in strategically appropriate locations – including areas close to major transport hubs – to enable large-scale development, drive socioeconomic growth and improve life outcomes.   At Waverley, on the site of the former Orgreave Colliery in South Yorkshire, we’ve seen the benefits of large, well-planned, strategic development, working in partnership with Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council.   With over 1,700 homes, a primary school, emerging high street, new community park, a world-leading Advanced Manufacturing Park and connections to Sheffield and beyond, it is driving growth in this part of the region.    Read our proposed policy proposals for sustainable urban expansion in our Blueprint for Growth below 👇     https://lnkd.in/et7DkaYe #sustainability #communities #growth #regeneration

🚀 Transforming Urban Spaces with RPS! 🌆✨ Discover how RPS is driving the Port Loop project forward with expert project management. 🏗️📈 Check out their latest achievements and innovative approach! #PortLoop #RPS #Mastt #PowerToTheProjects