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SBA SOP 50 10 8 Environmental Updates: What’s New Published April 24, 2025; Updated May 30, 2025, upon release of the SOP 50 10 8 with Technical Updates. SOP 50 […]

A Practical Guide to Construction-Specific Updates in SOP 50 10 8 Published April 24, 2025; Updated May 29, 2025, upon release of the SOP 50 10 8 with Technical Updates. […]

State and Local Regulations Will Continue to Drive Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Radon Testing Practices By Pamela Horne, Environmental Technical Director of Agency Services, and Shavaun Cotter, Technical Director, […]

Strategies for Navigating the Complexities of High-Stakes Hospitality Builds By Robert Barone, RA, LEED AP, Director, Institutional Construction Services  |  Partner Engineering and Science, Inc. Originally published in the 2025 […]

Lessons from the Field: How Lenders Can Spot Trouble Early and Protect Their Investment By Kyle Gustafson, National Client Manager, Partner Engineering and Science, Inc.; and Mark Petit, SVP, Operations […]

What Low Bids Often Reveal—and Why Contractor Due Diligence Matters By Christina Fanning, Technical Director, Construction Services  |  Partner Engineering and Science, Inc. Originally Published in the 2025 CLRM Journal […]

The WAIRE Program is one of many steps California is taking to address air quality and emissions within the commercial real estate sector. For warehouse operators, compliance with this program is essential, not just to avoid penalties but to align with broader trends in sustainability and regulatory compliance.

The CA Balcony Inspection Law has been incorporated into the California Health and Safety Code – HSC, Article 2.2 [17973]. The new name for the service is California E3 Inspections/California Balcony Inspections. E3 is short for Exterior Elevated Element.

Whether they are recapitalization events, acquisitions/preservations, or new construction deals, it is all hands-on deck to ensure affordable housing is not left behind. Despite the challenges, there is optimism that there are viable ways to address the funding gaps, allowing affordable housing and eco-friendly development to continue progressing. The industry’s ability to innovate and remain flexible will be key to overcoming these difficulties and achieving long-term success.