New York City-based practitioner, 71, was a distinctive voice for social justice and sustainability in design of the urban environment.

While construction impacts may be less in the short term than other industries, experts say there's more long-term risk that future projects will be slower to move forward.

The facilities are just a precaution for now, as plenty of beds remain available in the state.

Governor now deems Mariner 2 gas pipeline "non-life-sustaining," ordering work stopped under statewide COVID-19 construction halt.

Many questions remain about whether local restrictions on construction supersede state guidance.