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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. as to whether or not the permit should be granted. as to whether or not the permit should be granted.

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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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A4 Spotlight: Act 6061 Legislation

A4 Architects

Rhode Island Housing Zoning Map On February 22, 2022, Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee signed into law Act 6061, also known as the “Zoning Modernization and Housing Act.” The new provisions required each of the local Zoning Ordinances to be revised so that they are in compliance in compliance with the Act by January 1, 2024.

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Embracing the Trend: Shipping Container Homes in California

The Architecture Designs

Regulations and Permitting Rules in California While the regulations vary from city or country, as of 2023, it’s legal to have a shipping container home in California. You can add large window and door spaces, custom flooring, and you can add sufficient electricity, AC, and heating to the structures.

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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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Land Use shenanigans in Baltimore County

Community Architect Daily

This is what is stipulated in the bill: Age-restricted single-family attached dwelling units, Subject to the following conditions and restrictions, are permitted: · On a development tract that is adjacent to the Honeygo overlay district if · Any portion of that tract is part of a planned 1 shopping center Approved prior to January 1, 2021: A.

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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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