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As COVID-19 continues to shape our everyday lives, it can be hard to picture a future past this. How will we recover as a society after a full year of being distant from one another? And specifically, in terms of architecture, how will COVID-19 affect the future of architecture and design? Will the trend of socially distanced design stay strong or will we shift post-pandemic into a more collaborative and close-knitted approach? CONSTRUCTION Over the last two decades, the construction industry has faced dramatic changes. Technology continues to be produced at an alarming rate in all facets of the trade. …

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For this month’s feature, we turned to our partner company, Milrose Consultants, to tackle permitting in the concrete jungle known as New York City. NYC is notoriously known for its complex and dense building codes, zoning laws, and permitting stipulations. Over the past 33 years, Milrose has developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of NYC’s municipal filing processes through working with NYC agencies every day on behalf of their clients. Read on for their expert insights on how to avoid potential obstacles and achieve project success in New York City. The NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) is …

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Last year, Permit Advisors worked with Relevant Group to develop strategies for streamlining review and approval of mid-rise modular construction. With the ever-increasing demand for apartment housing nationwide, the need to get housing construction approved efficiently has never been more crucial for people. Thanks to the hardworking team of project managers at Permit Advisors, we are proud to have drastically reduced the permitting and construction process of new developments, from concept, through approval, to occupancy. Modular construction is a process in which a building is constructed off-site using repeated sections called modules. These modules are then delivered to the intended …

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