The Advocate Newsletter | June 2, 2026
June 2, 2026 In this edition: Commerce City Reduces Development Fees to Support Housing Affordability Erie Adopts Water Allocation Policy Amid Supply Constraints Housing Roundtable Brings Industry Leaders Together with U.S. Senator Michael Bennet Commerce City Reduces Development Fees to Support Housing Affordability In a significant step toward improving housing affordability and strengthening its…
Pella’s Steady Set™ Interior Installation System for Builders & Contractors
Pella Windows & Doors of Denver & Northern Colorado New Steady Set™ Interior Installation System for Builders and Contractors Steady Set™ is helping redefine what a modern window installation can look like on the jobsite. Designed to support greater installation consistency, efficiency, and stability, the system helps crews streamline the install process while supporting long-term…
Building More Than Homes: SMC Creates a Welcoming Mothers’ Room at Samaritan House
Sales & Marketing Council board members and volunteers recently completed the transformation of the Mothers’ Room at Samaritan House, a program of Catholic Charities. Samaritan House in downtown Denver currently provides housing for 18 single mothers with young children, as well as expectant mothers. Recognizing the importance of creating a comfortable and welcoming environment for…
NAHB State Representative May 2026 Report
A monthly address by Aric Jones, NAHB Colorado State Representative May 2026 National Housing Highlights Key NAHB Housing Issues & Updates · HUD and the Department of Agriculture announced they are rescinding an energy code mandate, marking a major win for NAHB. · NAHB applauded lawmakers’ push to remove harmful provisions in the Senate-passed 21st…
2026 General Assembly Session Report
2026 General Assembly session report The Colorado General Assembly concluded the second session of the 75th General Assembly last Wednesday. CAHB lobbyist Rachel Lee has provided an in-depth legislative recap-available by clicking here. Rachel’s document includes a review of GAC-position bills, other bills of interest to the state’s business climate, and the politics of the…
NAHB Wants to Hear From YOU – Industry Pulse Check
The Industry Pulse Check, the largest listening and learning initiative in NAHB’s history, is now open and available for members to complete at blueprint.nahb.org/members. We would love your participation as it is vital to the health and strength of the Federation. Questions? Contact NAHB.
The Advocate Newsletter | May 5, 2026
May 5, 2026 In this edition: • HBA of Metro Denver Held Second Annual Builder/Developer Roundtable Discussion with Commerce City Council • Castle Rock Approves New Tiered Structure for Water System Development Fees • Elbert County to Accept Masterplan Submittals – Effective Immediately • HBA HSEP Stormwater Compliance Training – Now Just $20 HBA of…
2026 Parade of Homes Call for Entries
The Denver Parade of Homes, the longstanding summer home showcase hosted by the Home Builders Association of Metro Denver (HBA), returns August 6 through 23, 2026. The call for entries and invitation to sponsor Denver’s premier home tour and design showcase is now open. There is no better way to connect with thousands of potential…
Innovation, Connection, and a Full House: Expo Photo Recap
The Builder Product Expo on April 14th at Legacy Campus was a standout success, bringing together nearly 400 industry professionals for an evening of connection, innovation, and energy. With every booth sold out, the space was filled with the latest products, services, and ideas shaping our industry. Attendees enjoyed valuable face-to-face time with some of…
Remembering Rip Reid, HBA Past President **Location Change**
Robert “Rip” Reid, died unexpectedly January 17, 2026 in New York City while on vacation. He was born in Gary, Indiana January 14, 1949 and lived in Merrillville, Indiana until the age of 15, when his family moved to Tulsa, Oklahoma. He graduated from Memorial High School in Tulsa and attended Oklahoma State University. He…