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An empirical study on the positive externality of building refurbishment

Yau, Yung; Wing Chau, Kwong; Chi Wing Ho, Daniel; Kei … - In: International Journal of Housing Markets and Analysis 1 (2008) 1, pp. 19-32

like Hong Kong, it is difficult, if not impossible, to have a view unobstructed by buildings. As such, the quality of views … is dependent on the aesthetic quality of surrounding buildings. It is likely that poorly maintained buildings will impose … negative visual effects on their immediate surroundings. Refurbishing these poor buildings should, therefore, reduce or even …

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Property Management in Hong Kong : An Overview

Baldwin, Graeme - In: Property Management 12 (1994) 4, pp. 18-23

Describes research into the present position, involved parties and future outlook for property management in Hong Kong. The practice of property management follows traditional styles that can be observed in other developed countries. The property management industry represents a very small, but...

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Meeting the EC Directives in the workplace

McKeown, C. - In: Property Management 10 (1992) 2, pp. 125-131

Considers the implications of the EC health and safety directives that impinge on property. Discusses the directives themselves, implementation, ergonomics at work, and workstation requirements, particularly in terms of equipment, environment and human‐computer interface. Concludes that the...

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Risk management for premises managers 1993‐94

Neil, I. - In: Property Management 11 (1993) 2, pp. 129-133

Discusses how the Construction Design and Management Regulations scheduled for 1 January 1994 will affect premises and facilities managers. Considers the responsibilities of the client, planning supervisor, principal contractor, designer and other contractors as a result of the new regulations,...

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Legionnaires’ Disease

Bailey, M. - In: Property Management 7 (1989) 1, pp. 19-24

Discusses the factors which affect how quickly Legionella bacteria grow: water throughput, water temperature, and chemical water treatments. Examines management criteria for control of these factors – training, water quality testing, record keeping and maintenance – as well as inspection...

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Legionnaires′ disease: new legal duties

Tyler, M. - In: Property Management 10 (1992) 2, pp. 118-124

Discusses the re‐appraisal of precautions against Legionnaires′ disease required by the publication of official advice documents in 1991. Considers the relevant legislation, response to an outbreak, consequences of breach, the Code of Practice, identification of responsibility, and the HSE...

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Independent auditing of building environments: a property management responsibility

Barnes, Rex - In: Property Management 10 (1992) 3, pp. 224-230

responsibilities within the buildings it manages. Cites a number of cases of increased awareness, notably with respect to water systems …

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Legal ramifications of sick building syndrome

Tyler, Mark - In: Property Management 9 (1991) 4, pp. 317-322

Considers some of the existing legal principles which might be applied to Sick Building Syndrome (SBS) cases in the absence of specific SBS rules. Defines SBS. Lays down the building occupier′s position regarding statutory responsibilities and duties. Discusses the shared legal responsibility...

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Using game theory to stimulate provision of local public facilities

Gauteplass, Asle A.; Hopland, Arnt O. - In: Property Management 35 (2017) 4, pp. 368-379

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to study how the central government can use well-known game-theoretical concepts in order to stimulate provision of local public facilities. Design/methodology/approach The authors use the classical adverse selection framework to discuss how the central...

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Eissporthallen

Bielzer, Louise - In: Betrieb von Sport- und Veranstaltungsimmobilien : …, (pp. 215-237). 2011

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