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Commercial Setbacks Code Amendment

SW Oregon Architect

The Eugene City Council meets tomorrow (Monday, July 19) at 5:30 PM to conduct a hearing on the topic of a proposed amendment to Commercial Setback requirements in the Eugene Code. Likewise, the C-2 and C-3 zones should not be treated identically, except in the Downtown Transit Overlay District (as they are now).

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The Commercial Design Process: How it Works in Cape Town

DesignScape Architects

Commercial architectural design is a complex, multi-layered process that requires detailed planning, research, and collaboration. Undertaking your own commercial design project can feel a little daunting. However, specific local regulations and restrictions that impact the design process will vary from country to country.

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Non-Architectural Challenges Architects Face When Converting Offices into Housing

Architizer

COVID-19 has left many office buildings half-empty in city downtowns across the United States, and as vacancies rise, commercial property values drop. Zoning Regulations Image by Eloi Smith via Unsplash. In addition to zoning regulations, building codes will influence redevelopment projects.

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KAAN Architecten is designing Poort van de Prijkels

aasarchitecture

Image © KAAN Architecten Solar control glazing is employed to regulate heat gain and optimize natural light. The structure’s high thermal inertia also contributes to temperature regulation. Poort van de Prijkels transforms an anonymous intersection into a welcoming zone while ensuring continued access to the business estate.

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Why are HVAC systems the backbone of buildings?

Building and Interiors

These systems may use fresh air from external surroundings to regulate temperature and humidity. In addition to that, HVAC also offers heating and cooling in both residential and commercial buildings. From residential buildings like houses and apartments to commercial buildings like offices and hospitals, all use an HVAC system.

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Discretionary Permitting: What Homeowners Need to Know

Santa Cruz Architect

The discretionary permitting process is often used by local governments to ensure that proposed land uses are compatible with existing land uses, and that they do not pose an undue risk to public health, safety, or welfare. city council, county board of supervisors, etc.) as to whether or not the permit should be granted.

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American Icon or Chief Offender?

Community Architect

Or, more precisely, and even more mundane, the zoning that enables it. The culprit hides out in a section of municipal zoning code that is titled "Single family residential", frequently abbreviated as R1. The history of zoning Zoning in general rarely gets much attention these days. Let's review the battles lines.

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