He was hiding in a construction container in vain. A Czech thief was caught in Austria
A Czech thief was apprehended in Austria after unsuccessfully hiding in a construction container.
Court suspends demolitions and new buildings in SP for seeing flaws in zoning review
São Paulo's court has temporarily halted the issuance of permits for demolitions and new constructions due to issues in the zoning law revision process.
A small municipality reports on the aftermath of the 'yard sauna law': workload increased, revenues dropped by tens of thousands
A new construction law in Finland has led to a significant decrease in the number of building permit applications, resulting in financial losses for small municipalities like Siuntio.
Will mediation in construction disputes be mandatory after March 1?
The article discusses whether mediation will become a mandatory process in construction disputes in Poland starting March 1.
Change in the law: anyone going to court for construction matters must be prepared for mediation
The Polish Ministry of Justice has initiated changes to civil procedure laws aimed at reducing the burden on courts dealing with economic cases, particularly those related to construction disputes.
PF carries out search warrants at company and dealership linked to Fernando Bezerra Coelho and sons; operation investigates embezzlement of funds
The Federal Police in Brazil conducted search warrants targeting a construction company and a car dealership associated with former senator Fernando Bezerra Coelho and his sons in an investigation into parliamentary embezzlement.
Mandatory Mediation in the Construction Industry. Will It Not Help Smaller Players?
New regulations in Poland propose mandatory mediation in construction disputes, but experts question their efficacy in aiding smaller market players.
With Changes in Law, Time Savings in Construction are Hoped For
Proposed changes in Latvian construction laws are aimed at reducing bureaucratic delays by allowing parallel processing of construction and design.
Changes to the law aim to save time in construction; bureaucracy is being reduced in other areas as well
Latvian lawmakers plan to submit changes in March aimed at reducing construction times and streamlining bureaucratic processes in various sectors.
The sauna boom is now spreading in Finland like an itch – here's why
The sauna market in Finland has seen rapid growth, particularly in the sales of small saunas, following a new construction law that allows the building of small structures without permits.
Concealment of data in the construction register is against the law
The city of Tartu and lawyer Karmen Turk argue that the Estonian government's decision to restrict public access to the construction register violates public information laws.
Teresópolis Councilors Admit Problems with the 20-Story Building Law
Teresópolis councilors are expressing concerns and criticism over the newly enacted law allowing the construction of 20-story buildings, citing procedural issues and lack of transparency.
Will the revision of the construction law threaten UNESCO heritage sites? Experts warn of disgrace, the state rejects criticism
Historians and architects in Czechia are opposing a proposed revision to the construction law, warning it could jeopardize UNESCO heritage sites and calling for stronger protections.
Breakthrough in the case of the first nuclear power plant in Poland
The construction of Poland's first nuclear power plant has received official clearance to continue following a ruling by the National Administrative Court that dismissed a complaint against the project.
The draft law mentions Rovaniemi 13 times, yet does not solve problems – government legalizes short-term rental business
A new construction law draft fails to address the short-term rental issues in Rovaniemi, allowing current short-term rental practices to continue.
Allowing evidence from phone taps in investigations - amendments to the law being prepared in the Saeima
Latvia's Saeima is preparing legal amendments to permit the use of evidence obtained from phone taps in investigations, which has raised concerns over privacy and ethical implications.
No 25% levy on building materials in Tax Act, FG counters Amaechi
The Nigerian Federal Government has denied allegations that a new tax law will impose a 25% levy on building materials and construction funds, responding to claims made by former Minister Rotimi Amaechi.
What is the allowed height for building construction on the waterfront of João Pessoa? Understand the Height Law
The article discusses the legal debate over building height limits along the waterfront of João Pessoa, Brazil, amidst proposed changes to existing regulations.
Israel's government has passed controversial West Bank law
Israel's government has enacted a contentious law that increases Israeli control and construction in the occupied West Bank.
Federal Court ends action against land leveling at Portão do Inferno in MT; understand
The Federal Court has concluded the public prosecution case aiming to suspend leveling works at Portão do Inferno, citing various irregularities in the project.
Delete the toxic clauses of the special law on administrative integration that are hidden in the installation intentions of the Jirisan cable car
Environmental groups are urging the deletion of specific provisions in a special law regarding the administrative integration of Jeonnam and Gwangju that they claim could facilitate the construction of a cable car in Jirisan National Park.
Councilors abandon project that aimed to reduce minimum distance for buildings near rivers in Itapetininga
The proposed law to reduce the minimum distance for constructions near rivers was withdrawn from the agenda by councilors in Itapetininga.
Good news for Texas: the new law SB 785 signed by Abbott that impacts construction
Texas has enacted a new law aimed at streamlining the construction market, particularly for prefabricated homes, which promises to reduce bureaucracy and facilitate building projects starting in 2026.
Improvements in Construction Law are now in effect
New amendments to construction law have come into effect, enhancing regulations and standards in the industry.
Architecture Council of RJ demands annulment of law for 20-storey buildings in Teresópolis
The Architecture and Urbanism Council of Rio de Janeiro is demanding the immediate annulment of a law allowing the construction of 20-storey buildings in Teresópolis, following public backlash.
Retaining walls without permits and notifications
The article discusses the legal ambiguities surrounding the construction of retaining walls on private properties in Poland, which have caused tension between investors, neighbors, and construction oversight due to the lack of a clear definition in the building law.
Court suspends decision preventing new licenses and permits for constructions on the Coastal Road
The Court of Rio Grande do Norte has suspended the decision blocking new urban licenses and building permits for constructions on the Coastal Road in Natal, following a request from the city's mayor and in the context of a law passed in December 2024.
A Wind Farm is Being Built Illegally in Doksany, Claims the Mayor. 'We Did Not Break the Law,' Defends the Company
Construction of a wind farm without permission is underway in Doksany, as the mayor claims the company did not inform the local authorities, who are responsible for permitting such developments.
A new round of legalization of illegal construction begins: It applies to buildings constructed until June 21, 2011.
The government will adopt amendments to the law on handling illegally constructed buildings, allowing only those built before June 21, 2011 to be legalized.
Change is coming: Only buildings constructed by this date will be able to be legalized
The government will adopt changes to the law regarding illegal buildings, allowing only those constructed by June 21, 2011, to be legalized, effectively limiting future legalization efforts.
Illegal construction after 2011 can no longer be legalized
The government will convene to adopt amendments to the law governing illegal buildings, restricting legalization to structures built before June 21, 2011.
Changes in Construction Law
This article discusses the changes being implemented in construction law.
"Hammer on NIMBY." The new construction law only caters to big players, critics say
Critics argue that a proposed construction law in the Czech Republic benefits large developers while bypassing typical regulatory processes.
It Will Be Harder to Block Construction Investments
The article discusses a legal amendment that restricts appeals against building permit decisions, potentially limiting the ability of individuals without professional legal assistance to contest such decisions while introducing protective mechanisms for those not represented by lawyers.
Bačić's laws on construction and spatial planning come into effect today
Starting today, new laws regarding spatial planning, construction, and energy efficiency, which have sparked considerable controversy, take effect in Croatia.
'We will abolish this law, and then this government,' the opposition threatened at the end of the year...
The Croatian Parliament, amid tensions over controversial laws and the reinstatement of military service, managed to pass three significant laws concerning construction and energy efficiency before the year ended, despite opposition from dissenting parties.