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566. Why Is It So Hard (and Expensive) to Build Anything in America?

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Challenges in Modern Construction

This chapter examines the rising costs and inefficiencies facing the U.S. construction industry due to increased public involvement in infrastructure decision-making. It highlights the historical context of major projects like the Hoover Dam and contrasts them with modern safety standards and technological challenges. The discussion also emphasizes the complexities of adopting innovative practices such as Building Information Modeling (BIM) amid varied stakeholder concerns.

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