CLEANER CITY AIR THANKS TO NEW TRAFFIC RULES?
It’s odd there isn’t a tiered system, especially for things that literally hold up the whole project. I get that the rules are meant to be fair, but maybe fairness isn’t always treating everything exactly the same?
I see where you’re coming from, but honestly, I kinda get why they’re sticking with a flat system. Once you start making exceptions for “essential” materials, it gets real messy—who decides what’s essential? On a big job, everyone thinks their stuff is top priority. I’ve seen it turn into a shouting match between trades more than once.
That said, I’ve had some luck with local yards who’ll let me pick up early, even if deliveries are backed up. It’s not perfect, and yeah, it means more hassle on my end, but sometimes it moves things along. Off-hours can work too, but only if you’ve got neighbors who don’t mind the noise (not always easy…).
I guess I’d rather deal with a few delays than have the city clogged with trucks all day. Cleaner air’s nice, even if my schedule takes a hit here and there.
CLEANER CITY AIR THANKS TO NEW TRAFFIC RULES?
I get frustrated with the delays too, but honestly, I’ve noticed a difference in the air since these rules kicked in. When I was hauling drywall last summer, the smog was brutal—my eyes would sting by noon. This year? Not nearly as bad. Sure, it’s a pain juggling pickups and deliveries, but if it means I can breathe easier while working outside, I’ll take it. Sometimes the bigger picture matters more than shaving a day off my timeline.
