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Entries Tagged as 'Demolition & Construction'

Taming the Teardown Trend

April 6th, 2009
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Across the nation and throughout our neighborhood, there are growing concerns that teardown trends are irreparably changing historic neighborhoods as fine historic homes are demolished to make way for much larger, new houses.  Too often, these oversized structures disrupt the architectural and historic character of the existing neighborhood, diminishing livability and destroying the amenities that [...]

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Construction Awareness Information System

April 6th, 2009
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The City of Austin Construction Awareness Information System is available to provide information about on-going construction projects that may affect your travel through the City. At the City’s web site: www.cityofaustin.org/ca, click on the map to get project information and the latest news and meeting dates. You can obtain construction information about Central [...]

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Strategies for Preventing Improper Demolition and Construction

April 3rd, 2009
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Helpful guide for West Austin Construction and Demolition, includes permitting, coding and zoning info.

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