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The HBA Advocate Newsletter | January 3, 2024
January 3, 2024 Proposition 123 Expedited Review Survey – Please Make Your Voices Heard The Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) is currently gathering stakeholder input on the Proposition 123 requirement to expedite review of affordable housing, which will take effect in 2027. According to DOLA, this stakeholder engagement process is in the early stages, and…
Read MoreThe Fed Projects Lower Rates in 2024
Dr. Robert Dietz, NAHB Chief Economist By ROBERT DIETZ on December 13, 2023: The Federal Reserve’s monetary policy committee held the federal funds rate constant at a top target rate of 5.5% at the conclusion of its December meeting. The Fed will continue to reduce its balance sheet holdings of Treasuries and mortgage-backed securities as…
Read MoreConstruction Education Foundation (CEF) – 2024 Superintendent Apprenticeship
Construction Education Foundation is now accepting registrations for their new Superintendent Apprenticeship Program! The Superintendent Apprenticeship curriculum is approved by the Department of labor and is designed to foster leadership and communication skill development needed to excel in the industry. Target audience: This Work Force Development program has been tailored for individuals who are poised…
Read MoreIn a Win for NAHB, House Passes Key Building Codes Bill
The House approved NAHB-supported legislation that would help jurisdictions preserve local control over the building code adoption process while also encouraging communities to take positive steps to withstand and recover from extreme events. The Promoting Resilient Buildings Act (H.R. 5473) addresses an issue that has become a serious concern for local governments and home builders…
Read MoreStormwater General Construction Permit Renewal COR400000
**Time Sensitive Update about Stormwater General Construction Permit Renewals – COR400000 We want to make sure all builder/developer members of the HBA of Metro Denver are aware and prepared for some upcoming deadlines surrounding the renewal of all General Construction Permits. The deadline for renewing renewal applications is January 2, 2024. Please review the renewal…
Read MoreThe HBA Advocate Newsletter | December 5, 2023
December 5, 2023 Longtime Advocates and Housing Policy Experts, Tim Craft and Rose Rodriguez Honored at the 2023 HBA Annual Meeting The Home Builders Association of Metro Denver held its’ 2023 Annual Meeting on Wednesday, November 29th at the DU Cable Center. At the event, longtime Chairman of the Government Affairs Committee, Tim Craft received…
Read MoreIndustry Call to Action: Prevent Costly New Building Codes, Protect Your Bottom Line
Prevent Costly New Building Codes, Protect Your Bottom Line Tell Your Lawmaker to Support H.R. 5473, the Promoting Resilient Buildings Act H.R. 5473 would allow home builders and municipalities to abide by rules published in the two latest editions of building codes, rather than just the single latest edition, when utilizing FEMA’s hazard mitigation funds. Passage…
Read More2023 Annual Awards Recipients honored at HBA Annual Meeting
The Home Builders Association of Metro Denver held the 2023 Annual Meeting on Wednesday, November 29th at the DU Cable Center. The ceremonies were emceed by HBA CEO Ted Leighty. It was a celebratory evening as Randy Carpenter, KB Home Colorado’s Division President and 2023 HBA Board President welcomed 2024 HBA President Dave Lemnah, Co-Owner…
Read MoreThree top Denver builders are honored with the prestigious 2023 HAP Award
The Home Builders Association of Metro Denver’s Associate Members recognized three outstanding Denver area home builders at the HBA’s Annual Meeting and presented them with the industry’s esteemed 2023 HAP Awards (Homebuilder and Associates in Partnership). Over 300 HBA members attended the Annual Meeting, which was held November 29th at the Cable Center. The Associate…
Read MoreDave Lemnah Installed as 2024 Home Builders Association Board President
Dave Lemnah of Lokal Homes, was installed as 2024 HBA Board President at the HBA Annual Meeting November 29th. Below are his inaugural remarks: Dave Lemnah delivers his Inaugural HBA Presidential Address Nov. 29th at HBA Annual Meeting “Ladies and Gentlemen, thank you for this tremendous honor and the trust you have placed in me…
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