Government backlogs delay apartment construction; Phoenix provides case study

By Leslie Shaer | Construction Dive

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Americans began to work remotely. Others left their jobs altogether. And many migrated to the Sun Belt, sparking a development boom.

These trends have converged to create problems in short-staffed zoning and planning offices around the country. Apartment developers say that backlogs at the local government level are presenting an obstacle to getting projects out of the ground on time.

The situation has forced both builders and municipalities to adjust. Governments are relying on outsourcing and investing in technology, while developers may need to readjust their priorities.

READ ON:

Share this!

Additional Articles

News Categories

Get Our Twice Weekly Newsletter!

* indicates required

Rose Law Group pc values “outrageous client service.” We pride ourselves on hyper-responsiveness to our clients’ needs and an extraordinary record of success in achieving our clients’ goals. We know we get results and our list of outstanding clients speaks to the quality of our work.

April 2022
M T W T F S S
 123
45678910
11121314151617
18192021222324
252627282930