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Architects and state officials urge earlier planning, longer horizons to speed Montana capital projects (House Bill 5)
Summary
AIA Montana and the state Architecture & Engineering Division told Appropriations Subcommittee F that earlier design-team involvement and a longer planning horizon would cut delays and better align House Bill 5 projects with legislative priorities and operating-cost goals.
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) Montana and the state Architecture & Engineering Division told Appropriations Subcommittee F that earlier involvement of design teams and a longer project horizon would improve outcomes, reduce late-stage cost changes and help the state meet energy and longevity goals for capital projects included in House Bill 5.
Nicholas Smith, AIA Montana president, described the group as representing about "450 architect members" across the state and said architects want to deliver "the best buildings for the public possible." Tony Houts, an architect who works on state projects, urged a longer…
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