UHERO's construction industry forecast is decidedly rosy, finally getting past the "green shoots" analysis we have seen for the last few years and showing real growth. Some highlights from UHERO's public summary:
1. Residential construction is expected to pick up this year and next
2. Photovoltaic construction continues lead the surge in non-residential permitting, but private commercial
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The S.F. Chronicle reports that at least 30 of the giant bolts that hold together the new,
$6.4 billion eastern span of the Bay Bridge have snapped. The Chronicle reports Caltrans is considering replacing all 288 bolts holding the new construction together. These bolts were manufactured in the U.S. and some
Several important bills are currently working their way through the 2013 legislative session. Here are a few:
SB 1077, HB 846: Limiting the Haw. Rev. Stat. 444-2.5 Owner Building Exemption
Under current licensing laws, building owners are exempt from having to have a valid contractors' license if they are performing construction on their