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Council highlights update. ONE There’s a report for referral to public hearing this week that will allow for increased height of #masstimber buildings of up to 10% outright. The intention is to accelerate mass timber construction in new buildings taller than six storeys. Mass timber can reduce carbon embodied carbon pollution of construction by 25-45% over typical concrete. And the offsite construction has the potential to reduce housing construction costs, mitigate the labour shortage, support BC wood, be seismic resilient and energy efficient. As this involves changes to zoning and development by-law, procedurally Council would refer to a future public hearing and public can speak if desired. TWO As part of our commitment to making permitting easier and making it easier to build housing and support innovation, a report on changes to the Building By-law will also come to Council this year. It will include recommendations to adopt Provincial changes to allow 18-storey #masstimber construction, as well as City efforts to allow mass timber to be used on firewalls and on the lot line, which could have broad applications in low-rise commercial buildings. Encoding these changes would reduce time spent by industry and staff on approvals #masstimber #housing #Sustainability #bcwood #vanpoli #bcpoli 📷 Gregory Henriquez Henriquez Partners Architects

🗞️ News: Galliford Try wins Scottish school work Galliford Try will unveil a year-end trading update next month after the firm this morning said it had won a £69m school scheme in Scotland. The listed contractor will unveil its year-end update on 11 July for the 12 months ending 30 June. Last month, the firm said it was targeting an industry-beating 4% margin by 2030 and expected turnover to jump by £800m to £2.2bn under its 2030 growth strategy. Source: Building Magazine #BuildingServices #BuildingDesign #BuildingEngineering #CIBSE #BuildingServicesRecruitment #MEP #MEPEngineering #MEPEngineer #Rics #PropertyDesign #architecture #Construction #Urban #Design #Engineering #BuildingPerformance #fire #Sustainability #VT #VerticalTransportation #Fire #FireEngineering #RealEstate #HouseBuilding #London #MEPDesign #CIOB #Property #TheBuildingServicesPodcast #BuildingPodcast #BuildingServicesBlog

The New York City Department of Buildings (DOB) has issued a rule that ushers in significant changes to inspection requirements for parking facilities in order to improve the safety of parking garages by identifying and preventing potential structural failures. Learn more about New York City’s Rule 103-13 and how we can assist #BuildingOwners and #PropertyManagers with compliance. https://lnkd.in/dCkvCYty

After a complex site assembly process and extensive consultations with Camden Council, we leveraged high-quality architectural design principles and aligned with the London Plan's encouragement of tall buildings near transportation nodes. This approach enabled us to successfully obtain planning consent for a landmark 10-storey mixed-use tower adjacent to Finchley Road and Frognal Overground Station. Constructing within such close proximity to a platform presented challenges, and our pre-planning efforts included extensive negotiations with TFL and the establishment of a Basic Asset Protection Agreement (BAPA). This strategic agreement ensured the feasibility of our project and paved the way for turning our vision into reality. #PropertyDevelopment #Planning #PlanningPermission #Property #RealEstateInvesting #PropertyInvestment #ResidentialDevelopment #CommercialDevelopment #MixedUseDevelopment Amin Taha, Philip Acoustics Ltd, Sweco, Webb Yates Engineers, Damian Ford, TLG Todd Longstaffe-Gowan, Alan Hughes

On June 10, 2024, City Council approved a text amendment to Zoning Bylaw 20001 that exempted particular regulations for an office to residential conversion. The exemptions reduce the need for variance approvals for components of a development that are generally beyond the applicant’s control. This helps reduce the regulatory barriers associated with these conversions, by providing greater certainty for applicants. The proposed exceptions apply to existing buildings, and for full and partial conversions of a building from a non-residential use to a residential use. The proposed exceptions can be broken down into two categories: 1) Exceptions to the existing building, such as setbacks, height, floor area ratio (FAR) and tower floor plate area requirements. 2) Exceptions to the site, such as site area, landscaping, outdoor amenity area and loading space requirements. These regulations do not apply to any development that results in additional floor area. The City will be engaging with IDEA, and other industry associations for feedback. Feel free to email us at info@infilledmonton.com to share your thoughts on these projects! #yegZBR

Great article on application of modular construction for an urban cormmercial project

Another spectacular rail and transportation project underway by SOM's Transportation Architecture practice. We are seeing more of these important projects types worldwide as we migrate to public transportation - some places much slower than others. In Asia Pacific we are seeing an acceleration in urban large-scale mixed-use developments which are railway and transport orientated developments.

Are you familiar with these fascinating facts about the Interstate Bridge? ⁣ ✅ The Interstate Bridge spans the majestic Columbia River, connecting the cities of Portland, Oregon, and Vancouver, Washington.⁣ ✅ Originally built in 1917 as a single bridge carrying two-way traffic. ✅ A second twin bridge opened in 1958, with each bridge moving one-way traffic. The 1917 structure is northbound, and the 1958 structure is southbound. ✅ Designed by renowned architects and engineers, the Interstate Bridge features a distinctive steel truss design, contributing to its iconic appearance on the Columbia River skyline.⁣ ✅ It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1982 as the "Portland–Vancouver Highway Bridge." ✅ Serving as a vital transportation link, the bridge is a crucial lifeline for communities on both sides of the river, fostering economic connections and regional cohesion.⁣ ✅ The Interstate Bridge has pedestrian walkways, providing stunning views of the river and the surrounding landscape.⁣ ✅ The Interstate Bridge Replacement Program was recently awarded $600 million in USDOT grant funding. The Interstate Bridge is more than just a physical connection; it's a testament to the enduring relationship between Oregon and Washington. From its historical inception to its ongoing role in shaping the economic landscape, the bridge stands tall as a symbol of progress, unity, and shared prosperity.🛥⛵️🚤🚣♀️ #pdx #pdxrealestate #pdxrealtor #portlandoregon #portlandrealestate #portlandrealtor #clackamasrealestate #clackamasrealtor #greshamrealestate #greshamrealtor #lakeoswegorealestate #lakeoswegorealtor #fidelitypdx #pdxbridges #bridgesofportland #sandywilliamsrealtor #remaxequitygroup

HB&P has raised significant concerns with Network Rail’s plans to smash a pedestrian footbridge through the barrel vaulted trainshed roof of the Grade II* listed Darlington (Bank Top) Station (b. 1887). The proposal is part of a wider scheme to improve access and efficiency of the local railway network and includes creation of a new station entry building and bus interchange to the east side of the station, and new platforms outside the trainshed so that local trains from Middlesbrough and Saltburn do not have to cross the mainline. There is an existing subway from the platforms to the western exit, but extending this to the new eastern platforms has been dismissed due to the perceived ‘passenger experience’ of a subway, instead favouring a footbridge and stair and lift arrangement that breaks through and cuts across two of the three original vaulted roofs, greatly altering the sense of space and the unimpeded curve of the roof structure. Darlington is the most complete and unaltered example of the main stations designed or extended by the North Eastern Railway’s architect William Bell, who also designed York Station (b.1872) and the trainshed extension to Newcastle in 1890. We have called for a more balanced approach in managing passenger movements within this listed station, and requested further consideration be given to the subway option, which would also provide a direct link between the western and eastern entries. Darlington Council have since approved the application. 📷: External view of the proposed footbridge. Source - Application Documents. #Darlington #Casework #HBAP #Planning #Heritage #ListedBuildings #HistoricArchitecture

I'm happy to share that at JCD Group , we've adeptly re-envisioned a previous architect's design to significantly enhance both functionality and profitability. Our improvements on the original plan have successfully transformed an existing building into a 13-bed HMO while also retaining and enhancing commercial space on the ground floor. This strategic adjustment not only maximizes the property's rental revenue potential but also benefits our client's investment significantly. Throughout this complex and technical project, we are guiding the builders every step of the way to ensure compliance and precision in construction. Collaborating closely with Rochdale Council's planning and HMO licensing departments, we've designed high-quality living units that prioritize tenant comfort and safety. Our approach includes advanced noise reduction measures and strategic crime prevention tactics, ensuring a secure and peaceful environment for residents. I feel this project highlights our client focused approach we take and is what sets us apart from others. #Architecture #UrbanPlanning #CommercialConversion #HMO #RentalRevenue #CommunityDevelopment #InnovativeDesign #RochdaleCouncil #PropertyDevelopment #RealEstateInvestment #ConstructionManagement #ProjectImprovement #BuildingTransformation #ConstructionExcellence #manchesterproperty #SustainableDevelopment #PropertyInvestment #UKRealEstate #DesignExcellence #ModernConstruction #ArchitecturalInnovation