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The article focuses on the licensing of reactor projects by the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). Topics discussed include the cost of producing a combined construction and operating license (COL) for a new power reactor, the AP1000 pressurized water reactor of Westinghouse, and the construction of Watts Bar-2, Vogtle-3 and -4 and Summer-2 and -3 pressurized water reactors. Also noted is the issuance of COL to Fermi-3 economic simplified boiling water reactor (ESBWR) of DTE Energy.

The article presents news briefs on the European construction industry. According to Euroconstruct, a European research and ranking network, construction activity has slowed by across Europe 2%. According to European architecture research company Arch-Vision, construction activity in Germany is forecasted to increase in 2013. According to the German Bundesamt der Bau, a federal construction agency, 114,000 licenses were issued in the first half of 2012, indicating a decrease.

The article announces that renewal of licences for construction contractors are available online.

The article looks at a number of license-related disciplinary actions taken by the Nevada State Contractors Board, directed by Margi Grien, based on the Nevada Revised Statute (NRS) 624. It enumerates various licensees in the Nevada construction industry including Copertino Inc., American Premiere Inc. and Sahara Landscape Inc., which were either ordered to pay for investigative costs and fines or had their licenses revoked for violation of the NRS. Additional details about the involved contractors are noted.

The article reports on the disciplinary actions taken by the Nevada State Contractors Board against several contractors as outlined under Nevada Revised Statute (NRS) 624. The board revoked the license of Ford & Sons Floor Co. and ordered it to reimburse the Residential Recovery Fund. Advanced Construction was ordered to pay a $4,000 fine. A two-year letter of reprimand was received by Jalumo Construction.

Focuses on the impact of complicated project approval process in the number of residential construction permits in San Diego, California. Role of Centre City Development Corp. in the approval of construction permits; Decrease in residential construction; Support of the local government for housing.

Reports that the contractor's license of Vision Craft Homes Inc. was revoked after a number of complaint hearings with the Nevada Contractors' Board. Vision Craft's participation in the 'Street of Dreams' event in 1998, in which upscale residences were opened to the public; Hiring of unlicensed, unbonded contractors; Performance of substandard workmanship.

Reports on companies whose licenses are revoked by Nevada State Contractors' Board from March 31, 2000 to April 4, 2000. Cummerland Finish & Supply Inc.; Backshoes Inc.; Centennial Construction and Development Co.; Desert Valley and Maintenance Inc.

Presents practical suggestions for builders to ease the approval of building permits. Importance of research in development projects; Gauging the parcel's importance; Anticipating objections and providing solutions; Preparing for delays in the approval process. INSET: Eight steps to ease the process..

The article encourages U.S. home builders to renew their license for 2014 on the Secretary of State (SOS) website for license renewal, in which they must set up a new user identification (ID) and password.

The article presents news briefs related to aggregate industry. A resident who would be directly impacted by a Cemex lime rock mining expansion in Brooksville, Florida has challenged the county's approval of a project with the Florida Division of Administrative Hearings. The Rogers Group is hoping to expand a limestone quarry in Hillview, Kentucky to 300 acres currently known as the Bates Farm. An attorney for New Hanover Township, Pennsylvania has filed a legal objection to a mining permit.

A description of the builder licensing preparation course being offered by the Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association (HBA) is provided.

The article offers information on a session at $200 about the certification for renovators and renovation firms as required by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's(EPA) Renovation, Repair, and Painting Final Rule 40 CFR 745.

The article reports on a construction general permit issued by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on February 16, 2012.

The article discusses issues related to the economy of Nevada as of October 2006. The taxable retail sales in Clark County was $2.9 billion in July, according to statistics released by the Nevada Department of Taxation. Housing unit construction permits in Clark County for residential properties have totaled 2,324 in August. Unemployment levels in Las Vegas remain at 4.1%, below national and regional averages.

Presents economic statistics and graphs on the performance of various industries in Las Vegas, Nevada from 2001 to 2005. Increase in commercial construction permit values approved for development; Growth in home mortgage interest rates; Increase in taxable retail sales.

Reports on the development of a new Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification examination by the U.S. Green Building Council in November 2004. Aspect of construction that are covered by the examination; Focus of the LEED program.

Reports that the Nevada State Contractors Board has revoked the licenses of several construction companies as of April 21, 2003. Names of contractors; Company background; Darryl Banks Construction; Westside Maintenance and Construction; Jaehn Construction West; Panda Refrigeration; Sage Professional Painting Co.

Reports the call of subconstructors for licensing compliance laws in Jackson, Mississippi. Bills proposed by Representative Erik Fleming; Issues on the enforcement of the laws; Penalty imposed to contractors working without a state license.

Lists construction firms in Nevada whose licenses were revoked by the Nevada State Contractors' Board at its meeting on April 18-19, 2000. IXL Marketing & Distribution Inc.; Inco Homes Corp.; DML Construction.

Reports on the construction companies whose licenses have been revoked by the Nevada State Contractors' Board for various offenses. Pac West Construction Services; Debbie & Jerry Coulter Construction; Centennial Construction and Development Co.; Cumberland Finish & Supply Inc.

Reports that a district judge has upheld the decision of the Nevada State Contractor's Board to revoke the license of Macleod Development Co. for failing to comply with corrective measures on workmanship.

The article focuses on the significant role of a qualifying agent in a contracting entity for construction work.

The article reports on the curtailment of goods vehicle operators' licence of non-compliance of London, England-based construction firm H. Sivyer Transport for three months after hours offences of drivers. The company's non-compliance when it came to checking whether drivers were running legally and keeping the required records is discussed. Failure of the company to provide data for the number of vehicles that had been specified on the licence at the relevant time is mentioned.

The article reports that U.S. president Barack Obama has denied a permit for the construction of the Keystone XL oil pipeline by Calgary-based energy company TransCanada. Topics include an overview of the Keystone XL and reaction from construction groups and labor unions who want to see the pipeline constructed.

The article reports on the debate over the use of E-Verify, a federal database used for the confirmation of employment eligibility in the U.S. Under the proposed E-Verify bill, those contractors who violate the rules could be barred from state projects or could forfeit their state licenses or certifications. It also notes the effort of State Representative John Galloway to promote the technology.

An interview with master rigger William Rapetti is presented. When asked about his preparation for a trial in which he was accused of manslaughter related to a tower crane which collapsed in Manhattan, New York City in 2008, he states that he taught attorneys Arthur Aidala, John Esposito and Marianne Bertuna about the construction industry. He cites that his licenses were suspended on January 5, 2009. He states that he cope with the situation through the help of his family and friends.

The article reports on the possible suspension of the licenses of many construction firms in Utah. The Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing estimates that about 70 percent of Utah contractors have not completed their continuing education mandated by the Utah Construction Trades Licensing Act. Failure to comply with continuing education requirement will result to license suspension.

The article reports on a planning clearance being sought for the £200 million waste water treatment plant to be build at Peacehaven in East Sussex, England. Southern Water will still hear whether local government secretary Ruth Kelly will give the all-clear to the project. A group featuring Amec, Morgan Est and Gleeson is up against a team comprising Costain, United Utilities and U.S. consultant Montgomery Watson Harza for the work.

Presents information on the Certified Construction Specifier (CCS) certification program from the Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) in the U.S. Opportunities offered by CSI certification within the construction industry; Role of a specifier in construction projects; Qualifications for candidates to take the CCS examination.

Reports on the approval given by the Transportation Permit Efficiency and Accountability Committee of the Washington State Department of Transportation regarding a permitting process for regulating construction projects as of June 2002. Information on the permitting process; Construction project recommended to initially utilize the permitting process.

Reports the formulation of a technology licensing group by the Caterpillar Inc. in the U.S. Identification of the intellectual property value; Company operation of Caterpillar; Amount spent by R&D on the program.

Reports on the alliance between RedLadder.com and NetClerk Inc., which gives RedLadder's customers access to NetClerk's Web-based permit management service. Enabling of contractors and subcontractors to get certain permits via the Internet; Bid solicitation service to be integrated by RedLadder into its Web site; Medium-size contractors as target market.

Reports that the Construction Management Association of America (CMMA) and the State of Idaho are teaming up to develop another licensing scheme for construction managers. Phases of the full certification program for the license exam; Factors influencing the selection of CMMA as partner in the development of policy and procedures for licensing construction managers.

Reports on residential building permits issued in the United States in 1998. Total number of units issued per region; Increase in the number of units issued in the South; Overall increase in housing permits.

Focuses on an increase in multifamily permits within the design and construction industry in the United States, which is partially influenced by the increased demand for multifamily housing. Other factors influencing the increase; States which are the largest markets for multifamily permits; Identification of areas that have the potential for growth in regards to the multifamily permits.

Reports that permits for multifamily construction in the United States rose 10.1 percent in 1996. Total value of permits; Permit activity in the South Atlantic; New England as having the smallest value of multifamily activity.

Presents information on the value of construction permits in the United States from January to April 1995. Office; Retail; Hotel; Industrial; Hospitals; Multifamily; Reconstruction.

Presets a chart on the value of construction permits in several key cities for January 1995. Office; Retail; Hotel; Industrial; Hospitals; Multifamily; Reconstruction.

Reports on United States government policies affecting public service, employment and the construction industry in the state of Michigan. Governor John Engler's appointment of John Strand to chair the state Public Service Commission; Passage of House Bill 4804; Application fees for Department of Natural Resources land and water permits.

Reports on an increase in United States permits for all residential structures in 1997. Reasons for this increase; Region of the United States which posted the largest number of permits.

Presents ways on how to deal with the process of acquiring a construction permit. Need to submit a statement on the commitment to comply with state permit requirements; Specific issues that have to be answered by the application.

Presents a case where an American job superintendent was not required to have a contractor's license to perform an actual work. Implication of the Business and Professions Code; Exemption of the Contractor's License Law.