What is an ALTA Survey?
ALTA, otherwise known as the American Land Title Association, is a national development aimed at improving the skills and knowledge of providers of real property. Members of ALTA are responsible for reviewing, researching, and insuring land titles to protect their owners. Ayres stands to benefit from the association utilizing ALTA surveys. In this blog post,… Read More »
Demystifying Brownfields for Communities
By Matt Ashby, AICP CUD Brownfield redevelopment is something many communities encounter, but few are ever prepared for. Working with the alphabet soup of acronyms from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) can be challenging at best, yet with a little patience, this program can help advance downtown redevelopment. In short, communities may be able to… Read More »
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Navigating the Structural Challenges of Mid-rise Wood Construction
Embarking on the construction journey of multi-family wood structures opens doors to sustainable, cost-effective, and efficient possibilities. However, achieving success in this realm requires a thorough understanding of structural integrity and compliance with specific regulations and building codes. While the International Building Code (IBC) governs construction in the US, each state/locality may have additional amendments… Read More »
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