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10-09-2013 - Upcoming NAIOP Event: Up to Code - A Look at the New Statewide Energy Code

Up to Code: A Look at the New Statewide Energy Code October 9, 2013 Time: 7:15 - 9 a.m. At Atlantic Wharf Conference Center 280 Congress St., Boston, MA This summer, Massachusetts adopted a new statewide energy code, the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC 2012). The new code represents a 20% increase in energy efficiency requirements and will affect significant renovations, as well as new development. Join us to hear in-depth information on the specific code changes, how the new code compares to the stretch energy code, and what the changes mean for development and building design Moderator: Finnbar O'Sullivan, project executive, John Moriarty and Associates Panel: James Kirby, president and CEO, Commercial Construction Consulting, Inc David Hancock, principal, CBT Architects Agenda: 7:30 - 8 a.m. Registration & Networking; 8 - 9 a.m. Program
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WinnCompanies acquires 290-unit housing property - begins $41.5 million rehabilitation

Chicopee, MA WinnCompanies has acquired a 290-unit affordable housing property in western Massachusetts in a deal that renews the community’s expiring affordability protections and kicks off a $41.5 million rehabilitation to address significant deferred maintenance.
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The legislature has spoken:  New Hampshire doubles down on housing in commercial zones - by John Sokul

The legislature has spoken: New Hampshire doubles down on housing in commercial zones - by John Sokul

Last year, the New Hampshire Legislature enacted HB 631, a landmark housing measure requiring municipalities to permit multifamily housing in commercially zoned districts. The law generated
IREM president’s message:  Our new reality - Staying ahead of supply chain delays - by Yoany Vargas

IREM president’s message: Our new reality - Staying ahead of supply chain delays - by Yoany Vargas

Supply chain delays are slowing construction, ratcheting up operating costs, and extending turnover timelines across Greater Boston, directly reducing revenue and increasing the workload for multifamily and

Retail infill strategy to activate Pawtucket’s Conant Thread District - by Gaetan Kashala

Retail infill strategy to activate Pawtucket’s Conant Thread District - by Gaetan Kashala

Until recently, the Conant Thread District consisted of approximately 150 acres of underutilized industrial land spanning Pawtucket and Central Falls. Today, the area is one of the most significant
Revitalized Town Centers:  Retail??? - by Carol Todreas

Revitalized Town Centers: Retail??? - by Carol Todreas

It is now widely accepted that customers want to shop in person at physical stores. Brands know that they do better business in a physical store than just on line so they want to open stores. Demand for retail space by digital merchants, local entrepreneurs, and newly developed national chains