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Travis County and City of Austin Issue Contradictory Guidance for the Construction Industry

03-31-2020

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Amy Emerson is a partner and litigator at construction law firm Allensworth & Porter. Amy represents clients from all sides of the construction industry—including public and private owners, general contractors, and...

New CISA Guidance Affirms Importance of Construction But May Not Change Austin and Travis County Stay Home Orders

03-30-2020

From contract to closeout, Travis Brown helps clients from all areas of the commercial construction industry strategize, manage, and execute their objectives. Travis represents diverse clients including owners, EPC contractors,...

City of Austin is Refusing to Inspect Projects in Violation of its own Order

03-27-2020

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COVID-19 and Construction | FAQ

03-26-2020

Last Updated: May 12, 2020 On March 24, 2020, the City of Austin issued a Stay Home—Work Safe Order that attempted to close down any construction projects that were not deemed “essential businesses” or “critical infrastructure.” The same day, Travis County issued a similar Order. TC Order. Several attempts...

The City of Austin’s Guidance to the Construction Industry Fails to Provide Clarity

03-25-2020

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