They cover both new constructions and the conversion and restoration of older buildings.

The conversion of buildings to alternative uses like office space or housing also contributed to the decrease.

In the early 1920s the government supported conversion of significant historical buildings into public museums.

Now it is impossible to drive around without coming upon one construction site after another or hearing speculation about the conversion of existing buildings.

New construction and the conversion of obsolete commercial buildings into residences has been a primary factor for growth in the central city.

We welcome the guidance on the conversion of buildings of special architectural or historic interest.

Illegal conversions of buildings, whether private homes or warehouse spaces, violate city building and fire codes.

The conversion of buildings left by Army into boarding houses.

Strong leasing activity and the conversion of older industrial buildings to technology centers has kept the lid on supply, he said.

Between 2003 and 2010 the area has also seen an explosion in residential conversion of formerly vacant or underused commercial buildings.