Current And Future Trends For Development, Permitting, And Construction During And After The Pandemic

Allen Matkins recently held its 14th Annual View From the Top. Allen Matkins partner Mark Hartney moderated a discussion on current and future trends for development, permitting, and construction, with a special focus on how the pandemic has affected and will continue to affect these areas. Panelists Aaron Fenton, Vice President, Development, San Francisco, Boston Properties; Matt Field, President, TMG Partners; Christopher Meany, Partner, Wilson Meany; and Jesse Blout, Founding Partner, Strada Investment Group shared […]

By | December 21st, 2021 ||

Risk Management Tips: Evaluating Delay Claims in the COVID-19 ERA

As we enter into the second year of the global pandemic, architects should take steps to prepare for the likelihood of COVID-19 related delay claims as contractors seek additional compensation and time extensions in response to what they believe are COVID-19 related impacts. This article discusses a few key issues for architects to consider when asked to review a delay notice or change order request from a contractor in the COVID-19 era.

Is the global […]

By | April 30th, 2021 ||

City Of Los Angeles Moves To Increase Building Standards For New Construction

Yesterday the Los Angeles City Council adopted a motion entitled Building a Safer Los Angeles (“Motion”) that would significantly expand the fire rating requirements for new buildings and restrict the use of light wood-frame construction throughout large parts of the City of Los Angeles.  The Motion is broadly written and, contrary to some reports in the press, it does not call for exemptions based on building size or square footage.

In summary, the Motion directs City staff […]

By | April 13th, 2021 ||