When there is a disaster, cities often request federal aid from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). This aid generally comes in the form of money, but FEMA also provides training, guidance, and other resources for local governments, non-profits, and even companies and individuals. Local jurisdictions can then use these funds to assist companies and …
A downed tree can cause all kinds of problems. Trees fall on and damage structures, take out power lines, and block roadways. Because of this, it’s important to assess whether a tree has become hazardous, particularly after a weather event, but also in general. This process is called a tree risk assessment. What is a …
Properly maintaining and caring for the trees on your property is a challenge. Sometimes you might need a bit of help with it. Sometimes you need professional help, and that is where arborists come in. What is an Arborist? An arborist is sometimes called a tree surgeon or arboriculturalist. Arborists are more than “tree trimmers” …
Few industries have suffered as much from the pandemic as restaurants. With many people avoiding dining out, even when restaurants are allowed to keep dining rooms open, restaurants are closing left, right and center, with independent operators hit hardest. About 7.5% of mom-and-pop restaurants closed in 2020 and the number is likely to rise. Sports …
So, you have been told you need to do a Phase II Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) and are wondering what this entails. Here are the things you need to know as you move forward. What is a Phase II ESA, also known as a Phase Two Environmental Site Assessment? A Phase II ESA is a …
Residential brownfield development is a significant route to address housing shortages in California. However, such redevelopment needs to be approached with caution. In California, about 200,000 properties have environmental impacts from past use. These uses range from manufacturing to old gas stations, and they are often the most valuable sites…in urban areas and close to …
Worker safety should be a top priority for all companies, especially in construction, where risks tend to be high and routine. The top 10 citations seldom change from year to year, and are normally released by Cal-OSHA at the end of the year. 2020 has not been a typical year in many ways, however. Because …
Public health experts have long pointed to the failure to ban asbestos as an indictment of U.S. chemicals policy, and advocates are hoping that President Biden will revisit major regulatory decisions made under the Trump administration. Read below to discover more about the potential of an asbestos ban with our information provided. By E.A. Crunden …
From empty offices to closed retail centers, county officials are assembling a list of underutilized commercial real estate properties suited for interim and permanent housing. With an eye on the onslaught of pandemic-driven commercial vacancies, Los Angeles County officials are hatching a plan to convert some of that empty space into affordable housing. L.A. has …
Realizing you need a Phase I environmental site assessment (Phase 1 ESA) can bring up some concerns. Sometimes, a Phase 1 ESA is a requirement for sale, while sometimes you need it in order to protect your investments as an owner or your liability as a developer. You realize it’s a necessity—but you may be …
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