Pennsylvania DEP Expands SPEED Program as Permit Backlog Falls 98%

UPDATED 11:02 AM ET, August 27, 2025 Pennsylvania’s Dept. of Environmental Protection is expanding its Streamlining Permits for Economic Expansion and Development (SPEED) program while reporting a nearly 98% reduction in its permit backlog since 2023.  Permit categories now eligible for expedited review under Pennsylvania’s SPEED program include air quality, dam safety, and stormwater approvals. […]

Thermal Energy-Saving, Elegant Paragon Doors

Basement Systems, Inc. is now offering Paragon entry doors, as the company was acquired by Sunrise Windows & Doors, Ltd. Paragon provides luxury and energy-efficiency in a range of customizable options. With over 25 finishes, various glass designs, decorative hardware selections, interior trim and more, homeowners can personalize their energy-saving doors to meet their standards. […]

Mixed-Use Residential Maximizes Urban Experience

The genesis for the mixed-use residential Ellen Browning Building arose when a group of close friends considered how they could preserve their relationships during their last years. Co-housing, with its spirit of community and shared living spaces, provided the answer. By developing their own residential building, the friends would be able to balance togetherness with […]