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                        DB and IPD Contracts: Who is responsible for the design when unforeseen conditions arise and why does it matter?
                        Tuesday, June 24, 2025
                        DB and IPD Contracts: Who is responsible for the design when unforeseen conditions arise and why does it matter?

                        Published June 19, 2025 Morgan C. Eddy Associate There has been a rise recently in the construction industry in Design-Build (DB) and Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) contracts. These newer models aim to improve project efficiency, foster collaboration, and reduce costs. With this recent rise, we are seeing an increase in design liability conflicts. Traditionally, construction projects often followed a Design-Bid-Build model (DBB), where the design responsibilities and construction responsibilities were

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                        San Anselmo Joins Permit Improvement Program
                        Tuesday, June 17, 2025
                        San Anselmo Joins Permit Improvement Program

                          The Town of San Anselmo Joins the Marin Builders Association’s Permit Improvement Program     The Marin Builders Association (MBA) is excited to announce that the Town of San Anselmo has officially joined the Permit Improvement Program (PIP), MBA’s flagship initiative. The PIP aims to enhance the customer experience in the permit process while reducing the pervasiveness of unpermitted and potentially hazardous construction in San Anselmo.   As part of this new partnership, the Marin Builders

                        Debunking the Fear Economy: Why It’s Still a Good Time to Buy, A Good Time to Pull from Home Equity & A Good Time to Remodel
                        Thursday, May 29, 2025
                        Debunking the Fear Economy: Why It’s Still a Good Time to Buy, A Good Time to Pull from Home Equity & A Good Time to Remodel

                        Check out Design Set Match's guest author, Lindsay Moon, and her insight about the current fear economy!Debunking the Fear Economy: Why It’s Still a Good Time to Buy, A Good Time to Pull from Home Equity & A Good Time to Remodel  

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                        The Hidden Risks of Using AI on Construction Projects
                        Thursday, May 29, 2025
                        The Hidden Risks of Using AI on Construction Projects

                        Published: May 28, 2025 E. Peyton Aldrich Associate, Atlanta Artificial intelligence (“AI”) is becoming an increasingly common presence in the construction industry. From drafting scopes of work and flagging safety issues to evaluating subcontractors and reviewing contracts, AI is beginning to shape how construction professionals plan, manage, and deliver work. While these tools can make projects more efficient and data-driven, they also introduce legal, contractual, and operational risks that aren’t

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                        May is Wildfire Awareness Month - Let’s Get Prepared, Together
                        Thursday, May 08, 2025
                        May is Wildfire Awareness Month - Let’s Get Prepared, Together

                        Wildfire Awareness Month is here, and there’s no better time to take action. May marks the start of peak wildfire season in California — a critical window for communities, contractors, and builders to strengthen fire resilience through education, collaboration, and proactive planning. This month, we’re highlighting tools and trainings to support you and your clients in reducing wildfire risk: California Fire Safe Council Vendors List A curated list of wildfire resilience products and professionals is

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                        Workers Comp Insurance Fraud: It costs more than you think
                        Tuesday, April 22, 2025
                        Workers Comp Insurance Fraud: It costs more than you think

                        For more information, download this printable brochure here or contact: Marin County District Attorney's Office Attn: Insurance Fraud Unit 3501 Civic Center Drive, Room 130 San Rafael, CA 94903 415.473.6450co.marin.ca.us/da  

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                        New Law Changes in 2025 Affecting Licensees, Applicants and Stakeholders
                        Monday, December 23, 2024
                        New Law Changes in 2025 Affecting Licensees, Applicants and Stakeholders

                        Sacramento, CA – The Contractors State License Board (CSLB) is advising licensees, applicants, and other stakeholders of key legislative updates following the implementation ofSenate Bill 1455 (Ashby, 2024). This bill, effective January 1, 2025, extends the Board’s “sunset” date from 2025 to 2029 and makes other changes to the law, which are described below. Key Provisions of SB 1455    1. Public Works Project LicensingWhat’s New?  Awarding authorities must now ensure that public works project bidders

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