Advocacy
The HBA Advocate Newsletter | October 3, 2023
October 3, 2023 MHC Political Forum Highlights Construction Litigation Reform On September 21, the Metro Housing Coalition held its annual Political Forum for industry leaders and elected officials across our jurisdiction. The event doubles as a fundraising opportunity to support pro-industry candidates across the metro area and to bring awareness to public-policy challenges that impact…
Read MorePUC Public Comment Hearing Set for Oct. 4
PUC Seeking Input on Stakeholder Experience with New Electric Service The Colorado Public Utilities Commission (PUC) is seeking input from prospective utility customers, builders and housing developers, local government officials, and utility representatives on electric utility policies and practices regarding new electric service, including the costs and timing of service upgrades for interconnection. The PUC seeks…
Read MoreThe HBA Advocate Newsletter | September 5, 2023
September 5, 2023 MHC Political Forum to Highlight Construction Litigation Reform Every fall, the Metro Housing Coalition hosts its annual Political Forum for industry leaders and elected officials across our jurisdiction. The event doubles as a fundraising opportunity to support pro-industry candidates across the metro-area and to bring awareness to public policy challenges that impact…
Read MorePodcast: Potential Fed Rate Hike and Its Impact
On the latest episode of Housing Developments, co-hosts NAHB CEO Jim Tobin and SVP Paul Lopez are joined by Chief Economist Dr. Robert Dietz to check up on the economy. Tune in to hear Dietz discuss a potential policy mistake from the Fed, the state of residential construction job openings and more. Listen to Housing Developments…
Read MoreThe HBA Advocate Newsletter | August 1, 2023
August 1, 2023 HBA Weighs in on Centennial’s proposed Inclusionary Zoning Ordinance Over the past year, the City of Centennial has been conducting a comprehensive housing study aimed at increasing the affordability and diversity of its housing stock. The City is now beginning the evaluation process of what measures should be implemented. The proposals include accessory…
Read MoreThe HBA Advocate Newsletter | July 5, 2023
July 5, 2023 Centennial Nears Completion of Comprehensive Housing Study Over the past year, the City of Centennial has been conducting a comprehensive housing study aimed at increasing the affordability and diversity of its housing stock. The City is now beginning the evaluation process of what measures should be implemented. These include accessory dwelling units,…
Read MoreThe HBA Advocate Newsletter | June 6, 2023
June 6, 2023 City of Denver Election Today – Voters to Decide on New Mayor and Critical City Council Races Today is election day for the City of Denver and the mayor’s race and council districts 8, 9 and 10 are still up in the air. In the mayor’s race, Metro Housing Coalition-endorsed candidates Kelly…
Read MoreCAHB Capitol Close Up
2023 General Assembly Session Ends; CAHB Calling on Gov. Polis to Veto Two Bills; Property Tax Measures Heading to Statewide Ballot; CEO to Hold Info Sessions on Energy Code The Colorado General Assembly concluded the first session of the 73rd General Assembly on May 8. Needless to say, it was a challenging and active session…
Read MoreREGISTER NOW FOR EEBC QMM June 15th @ 7:00 am
Electrification is On! June 15th, Thursday 7:00 – 9:45 am (in person at DU or Virtual) 7:00 am Networking • Breakfast & Coffee • 7:30 am Meeting Starts • Speakers AGENDA TOPICS Speaker Lineup and additional details coming soon! PRESENTATIONS IRA Rollout Update Local Electrification Code Adoption Networking | 15-Minute Break PANEL DISCUSSION “Grid Readiness”…
Read MoreComing soon: Renewal of the General Construction Stormwater Permit (COR400000)
The Water Quality Control Division is starting the permit renewal process for the general construction stormwater permit and we’d like you to participate. Our first request is that all permittees who have not done so claim their facilities in the Colorado Environmental Online Service (CEOS) system. The division requires stormwater discharges from construction activity…
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