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Transformer Shortage Takes Toll on Builders, Homeowners and Non-Profits New federal energy rules have created a nationwide shortage of electric transformers, worsening the housing crisis by delaying the completion of new homes. Families across America …
On March 29, around 140 GHBA members joined other home builders from across the state at the Texas Capitol in Austin for a day of advocacy. GHBA members heard from Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham …
After spending the last few months screening many candidates, HOME-PAC trustees voted to endorse Senator John Whitmire in his bid to become Houston Mayor. Senator Whitmire visited HOME-PAC and spoke about his commitment to including …
On Wednesday, March 15, GHBA Secretary Adam Aschmann of Tilson Home Corporation gave testimony on H.B. 2024, the Residential Statute of Repose bill. H.B. 2024 is one of the bills highlighted as a top priority …
The Sidewalk Network Ordinance, adopted by Houston City Council in late January, has officially taken effect, as of March 1. The ordinance applies to new building permits and applicants who were previously approved. The ordinance requires …
As the Code Modernization process continues, GHBA is engaging with the city and holding regular meetings to review proposed changes and is considering submitting amendments as needed. Resources February 9, 2023 Letter RE: City of …
The City of Houston will be increasing drainage impact fees on July 1, 2023, as required by Chapter 395 of the Texas Local Government Code. The Developer Drainage Impact Fee is a onetime fee that …
Two American flags set the stage over the homesite where nearly 100 guests gathered on March 1, to celebrate the official GHBA Benefit Homes Project groundbreaking. ASGi Homes hosted the festivities as a 2023 Benefit …
Cheers to two years and many more to come! 2023 marks the second year of GHBA Professional Women in Building Council (PWB). Sitting at 324 active members and growing, the Houston PWB is the largest …
The Greater Houston Builders Association (GHBA) Sales & Marketing Council (SMC) recently honored the Million Dollar Circle winners at a Mardi Gras themed event held at the House of Blues. The Million Dollar Circle awards …
The Global Impact Challenge will reskill more than 200,000 makers and trade professionals in 2023 Stanley Black & Decker (NYSE: SWK) announced the recipients of its second Global Impact Challenge. The Greater Houston Builders Association …
January has been a busy month for all things Government Affairs. Read below for updates on our latest projects. City of Houston Updates: Sidewalks On January 25, Houston City Council passed the Fee in Lieu …
GHBA member, Sherry Pruitt with WhoDid It Designs was one of several generous parties that have been involved in a remodel project in the Fifth Ward. GHBA asked Sherry to share the circumstances that inspired …
More than 490 GHBA members registered to attend or exhibit at the annual International Builders Show, hosted by the National Association of Home Builders in Las Vegas, January 31 to February 2. The 2023 show …
Insight and opinions regarding the regulatory expansion of federal Clean Water Act jurisdiction based on “significant nexus” by Jim Coody, P.E. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Corps of Engineers (the agencies) recently published new …