A trending practice among municipalities is the promotion of mixed-used buildings along corridors that connect major sections within their geographical boundaries. READ MORE
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The Customer Relations Expert, How to deal with angry customers
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Dealing with upset customers is like feeding bears. Most will be happy you’re there, but a few will get really ugly if you don’t give them what they want. READ MORE
These six companies are building high-end, net zero homes across the country.
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THE INDUSTRY INSIDER: Affordability is a challenge: The prices of condos have been rising
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The prices of condos, which used to offer homebuyers a more affordable choice, have been rising, reducing the advantage of this option.
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THE DESIGN CONSULTANT: Just because you can, doesn’t mean you should
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Take the time to evaluate your workplace, align it to the overall business plan and empower it to maximize your most critical asset: the employee.
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THE ENGINEERING INTERN: Five reasons to cheer highrise development — when it’s done right
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Reduced traffic, better commutes, improved streetscapes and more positive impacts that might turn a NIMBY into a YIMBY.
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THE STRATEGIST: Five rules of customer confidentiality: Customers always appreciate discretion
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Customers may not feel comfortable asking you for discretion, but they always appreciate it.
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THE COUNCIL: Keeping the trades satisfied: Labour crunch leads to survey
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Labour crunch leads to survey to learn how to keep construction workers happy on the job.
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THE ANALYST : Inclusionary Zoning: Collision Course or Opportunity?
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The unintended consequence of inclusionary zoning will be higher prices for market housing and less affordable accommodation to subsidize the affordable units. READ MORE
Over the last seven years, an average of 17 per cent of proposed units have been cancelled for a variety of reasons. The number of units cancelled this year is in line with the average. READ MORE