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high-rise A concept with no fixed definition except as contained within specific fire codes or building codes.In commercial real estate,it is generally understood by reference to what it is not.It is not a low-rise, which is a one- or two-story structure. It is not a midrise, which could be anything between three and six, perhaps eight stories high, depending on the community. A high-rise is anything taller than a midrise.The meaning of high-rise in Asheville,North Carolina,will be different than that in New York City or Chicago. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The series features architects whose work on high-performance high-rises has pioneered the field, setting new standards for environmentally conscious urbanism. ``The city greases the pathway for all these builders to build high-rises without having to undergo scrutiny they would normally have,'' Molano said. His holdings include properties in the South Park area near Staples Center and in the garment, produce and industrial areas east of downtown's high-rises. |
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