Tini Living ships prefab homes from Spain to U.S.
Spain, September 5, 2025 News Summary Tini Living is shipping factory-built prefab homes from Spain to buyers in the United States, offering six upfront-priced base models that can be combined into bespoke layouts. The system uses a steel frame, BIM coordination and full in‑factory production to control cost and quality; typical factory builds take about 100 […]
Private lender raises construction loan limits to boost housing supply
United States, September 4, 2025 News Summary A nationwide private lender has increased leverage in its EasyBuild and Residential Transition Loan (RTL) programs to accelerate construction amid a national housing shortfall. EasyBuild maximums now rise to 90% loan‑to‑cost and 75% loan‑to‑value for qualified borrowers with at least three completed projects. RTL per‑unit limits jump to more […]
TIFF at 50: Year-round cinema still carrying construction debt amid sponsorship and programming pressures
Toronto, September 4, 2025 News Summary The city’s flagship film festival marked its 50th edition while juggling celebration and strain. Attendance surged with an estimated 700,000 taking part in festival activity, and the organisation moved from a prior deficit to a $3.1-million surplus after cost-cutting and revenue efforts. Corporate sponsorship fell about 16% year over year. […]
U.S. Construction Spending Declines Amid Economic Challenges
United States, September 4, 2025 News Summary Construction spending in the U.S. decreased by 0.1% in July, totaling an annualized rate of $2.14 trillion. This decline is driven by reduced investment in private nonresidential and multifamily projects, compounded by labor shortages and tariff impacts. While public nonresidential spending increased, single-family home construction showed only a slight […]
City of Missoula Pauses Development Applications Amid Code Reform
Missoula, September 4, 2025 News Summary The City of Missoula has temporarily halted the review of all development applications, affecting residential and commercial permits. This pause lasts from late August until September 15 and aims to facilitate the establishment of a new Unified Development Code (UDC) by 2025. Builders express concerns over potential job losses due […]
Rare Manatee Sighting Pauses Texas Gulf Coast Ferry Project
News Summary A sighting of a West Indian manatee has temporarily halted a $64 million ferry project on the Texas Gulf Coast. The encounter highlights environmental stewardship practices by TxDOT and the increasing presence of manatees in Texas waters. Following the manatee’s natural migration, construction will resume while maintaining a commitment to wildlife protection. Rare […]
Boise Airport selects Hensel Phelps to lead BOI Upgrade
Boise, Idaho, September 4, 2025 News Summary Boise Airport has tapped Hensel Phelps as construction manager to lead a multi-year BOI Upgrade responding to sharp passenger growth, with traffic now nearing 5 million. The capital program targets major improvements including a new baggage handling system, a central utility plant, a west-side Concourse A adding up to […]
Seattle construction and transit roundup: hiring contractors and project updates
Seattle, September 4, 2025 News Summary This roundup offers homeowners a practical, step-by-step guide to hire a contractor, including defining scope, vetting, verifying licenses and comparing itemized quotes. It also covers Seattle project news: a major design firm was chosen for final design work on the West Seattle Link Extension, northbound I‑5 over the Ship Canal […]
AI Tool Streamlines Multiyear Capital Planning for Local Governments
Austin, TX, September 3, 2025 News Summary An Austin-based software firm launched an AI-driven platform to help local and regional government agencies plan and manage multiyear capital improvement programs. The purpose-built tool replaces fragmented spreadsheets and disconnected systems, offering AI-powered scenario modeling, intelligent fund allocation, and a unified view of project financials. It supports end-to-end lifecycle […]
Sitetracker Hosts Data Center Demo and Announces Strategic Partnerships
Virtual (Global), September 3, 2025 News Summary Sitetracker will present a 60-minute virtual demonstration highlighting how its platform unifies land evaluation, permitting, construction, fit-out, and operations to help data center teams scale with fewer disruptions. The company reported record growth at the close of its fiscal year and outlined a future product roadmap prioritizing operations and […]