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SCHOOL HOUSE SQUARE HASTINGS MN

SCHOOL HOUSE SQUARE HASTINGS MN School House Square Hastings MN is a 28,400 sq. ft. development of restaurant, retail and office spaces in historic downtown Hastings, Minnesota. The first floor of the project includes space for a Green Mill restaurant, Dunn Brothers Coffee, and other retail spaces. Law and insurance offices utilize the second floor space. Design of the project …

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Glowing Hearth & Home – Jordan, MN

GLOWING HEARTH & HOME, JORDAN, MN Glowing Hearth & Home project in Jordan, MN consists of a 13,000 sq. ft. retail facility designed and built for fireplaces and related products.  Worked closely with the retail merchandising team over a period of one and a half years to create a building system/layout that compliments their sales approach. Special Considerations Prototype facility …

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Minnesota Eye Clinic Completed: McDonald Eye Care

Minnesota Eye Clinic Completed: McDonald Eye Care A new Minnesota Eye Clinic is now completed for McDonald Eye Care in Lakeville, MN. Project Description This single story medical office building was constructed for a Minnesota Eye Clinic. The completed professional office building includes 6,772 SF of clinic space with an additional 2,902 SF of basement space. Special Considerations Demo existing facility Work …

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Commercial Expansion Project: Geometrix, Rosemount, MN

Commercial Expansion Project: Geometrix, Rosemount, MN A Commercial Expansion Project has been completed for Geometrix Company, located at 15124 Business Parkway, Rosemount, Minnesota. This construction project is an addition of 13,224 SF to the existing building at this Dakota County property. The building is located in the Rosemount Business Park just off of Hwy 3 and County Road 42 in …

Industrial Real Estate Development

Industrial Real Estate Development Project: Launch First Addition, Lakeville, MN

Industrial Real Estate Development Project: Launch First Addition, Lakeville, MN A new industrial real estate development project is under way for Launch Properties First Addition, to be located just east of Cedar in Lakeville, Minnesota. This 286,000 SF industrial facility is an exciting new addition to this south metro community. APPRO Development, Inc. is the design-builder for this project. You …

Construction and General Contracting News


CONSTRUCTION AND GENERAL CONTRACTING NEWS:

So much is going on in construction and general contracting! As a leading south metro MN general contractor, our team thought it would be helpful to our readers to share some of the latest articles we have been following in the world of commercial construction. 

If you are a business owner and interested in real estate, development, commercial buildings, construction or the building process including project management, you have come to the right place!

In this article we will share some of our recent favorite articles related to property solutions, featuring building and construction.


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The following list includes articles we have recently come across and thought you might also find helpful or just downright interesting!

 Construction Innovation

Roof Leaks – Where to check

 Top 10 Green Building Products for 2016

Commercial Drones – Eyes in the Sky

As you can see, there is a lot going on in the world of commercial construction, and this is just a small sampling. What are you currently interested in? Leave a comment below to share with us what interests you. We would love to hear from you and try to incorporate your ideas into future posts!

Additionally, you may find the following articles from our archive of interest as well:

Architecture Services

Roofing Maintenance

Commercial Construction Project Timeline

 


Whether you are a building owner or a tenant, there is a lot you should know as a business owner about the space from which you conduct your business. Contact our team today with any questions you may have about construction, general contracting, project management, development or the real estate process. We are here to help!

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ISNetworld: APPRO Receives a Grade of “A”!

ISNetworld Contractor Grading System used by International Food Manufacturer to Grade APPRO Development, Inc.’s Construction Safety Program and Insurance Compliance

ISNetworld member contractor logo - APPRO Development receives grade of AISNetworld “brings together Hiring Clients and contractors, creating safer work environments and lasting partnerships” according to the ISNetworld website page. “APPRO became a member of ISNetworld, after an international food manufacturing client requested we use ISNetworld to provide them with access to our safety and insurance information. As a result, we are very proud to have earned a grade of ‘A’,” according to Kathy Morse, Vice President for APPRO Development.

“We are thrilled to receive this grade and I look forward to continuing to work with a great company which places such a high value on safety; we will continue to work hard to maintain an ‘A’ rating” stated Patrick Simpkins, Project Manager for APPRO Development.

“Our goal throughout this process was to continue to provide our client with the quality construction they have come to expect from our general contracting firm, while adhering to our client’s strict standards. Our policies and procedures have been strengthened due to the ongoing review and verification services offered through ISNetworld, our company staff and our clients’ safety departments,” said Morse. “ISNetworld provided us the tools to ensure our safety standards were all-encompassing and meeting or exceeding industry standards. Our clients can utilize ISNetworld to ensure our safety program meets their standards and our insurance policies meet their requirements,” Morse concluded.

According to Jack Matasosky, President and CEO of APPRO Development, Inc., “Our hope is to provide a continued high level of service to not only this client, but to offer the same level of service and quality construction to other clients utilizing superior safety and insurance policies, as confirmed by ISNetworld.”

Interested in working with with an ISNetworld member contractor? Check us out at: ISNetworld or complete the form below in order to start a conversation.

Tell us a little more about you and your company, and how we might be of service to you…

ISNetworld: APPRO Receives a Grade of “A”!

ISNetworld Contractor Grading System used by International Food Manufacturer to Grade APPRO Development, Inc.’s Construction Safety Program and Insurance Compliance

ISNetworld member contractor logo - APPRO Development receives grade of AISNetworld “brings together Hiring Clients and contractors, creating safer work environments and lasting partnerships” according to the ISNetworld website page. “APPRO became a member of ISNetworld, after an international food manufacturing client requested we use ISNetworld to provide them with access to our safety and insurance information. As a result, we are very proud to have earned a grade of ‘A’,” according to Kathy Morse, Vice President for APPRO Development.

“We are thrilled to receive this grade and I look forward to continuing to work with a great company which places such a high value on safety; we will continue to work hard to maintain an ‘A’ rating” stated Patrick Simpkins, Project Manager for APPRO Development.

“Our goal throughout this process was to continue to provide our client with the quality construction they have come to expect from our general contracting firm, while adhering to our client’s strict standards. Our policies and procedures have been strengthened due to the ongoing review and verification services offered through ISNetworld, our company staff and our clients’ safety departments,” said Morse. “ISNetworld provided us the tools to ensure our safety standards were all-encompassing and meeting or exceeding industry standards. Our clients can utilize ISNetworld to ensure our safety program meets their standards and our insurance policies meet their requirements,” Morse concluded.

According to Jack Matasosky, President and CEO of APPRO Development, Inc., “Our hope is to provide a continued high level of service to not only this client, but to offer the same level of service and quality construction to other clients utilizing superior safety and insurance policies, as confirmed by ISNetworld.”

Interested in working with with an ISNetworld member contractor?

Tell us a little more about you and your company, and how we might be of service to you…

Construction Lending – Good News!

Construction Lending is Booming and that is Good News for us all!

construction lending is booming - go to APPRODEVELOPMENT.com to build your building today“Construction Lending Booming Again” was an article recently published on GlobeStreet.com by Jennifer LeClaire.

In this article, Greg Winchester explains more on just what is driving this trend…

“Gauging by Trimont Real Estate’s pipeline, the return is real. Trimont is reporting a 12.9% increase over the past 18 months. The company says these numbers reflect an hike in construction activity nationwide,” according to Greg Winchester.

The team at APPRO Development has seen a definite increase in building projects this year with many utilizing financing options that were not available in the past.

According to multiple sources, including the Trimont loan administration monitor, McGraw Hill Construction data, and the Fed’s Beige book, among others, all indicate the same thing – there is an uptick in construction lending and that is good for us all!

You may read the full article here: Construction Lending Booming Again.

 

Need to discuss options for financing your next construction project?

Our team of experts is here to help guide you through the process. We have worked with a variety of lenders over the years, forging strong relationships and would be happy to recommend a reputable lender for your next construction project. Feel free to call us at 952-469-2171.
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Manufacturing Construction Updates

Manufacturing Construction Updates: A Current Perspective on U.S. Manufacturing & Industrial Facilities

Manufacturing Construction Updates discussed by Kathy Morse“Manufacturing is coming back to the U.S., both in terms of jobs and demand for industrial facilities,” according to Robert Carr, in his recent article, “Manufacturing Sector Benefits from Hi-Tech Efficiency” in the National Real Estate Investor (NREI). This is an insightful article for both the manufacturing industry and for our organizations – APPRO Development, Inc. and CERRON Commercial Properties, LLC, as a commercial building services providers to the manufacturing industry. Some of Carr’s key points are:

  • We will see a larger number of manufacturing facilities in the years ahead
  • Larger, aged manufacturing facilities have [and will continue to] become functionally obsolete
  • [Many of] the new properties will…consist of expansions by current companies
  • The U.S. remains a manufacturing powerhouse today and that the trends we are seeing take shape in the market decidedly favor manufacturing
  • The manufacturing sector is actually above pre-recession volume (in terms of dollar value before and after the recession for the value of construction)

We are working with many business owners – in manufacturing, and other industries – who account for this improvement. Whether the need is to build a new facility, to add on to an existing site, or simply remodel, we help walk our clients through all their options. They have the information they need to then make the decisions to bring continued success to their organization. If you have considered a change in your building (manufacturing, industrial or other commercial building type), and want more information on current commercial construction trends, please give our team a call. We can help walk you through the process. Our process starts with a simple phone call or email, and we can guide you from there. No pressure, no stress – we are here to help! Give us a call today at 952-469-9444.