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 …
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January Advocacy Updates
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 …
Remodeling Ms. Luella’s Place
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 …
GHBA Members Experience the Largest International Builders Show, Ever!
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 …
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Revised Definition: Waters of the United States & Significant Nexus
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 …
Get the Facts About the Recent Gas Stove Controversy
Recently, major news outlets and social media have been full of commentary on a so-called ban on gas stoves in private homes. Here’s what the news outlets have gotten right and wrong. Comments published by …
Industry’s ‘Of the Year’ Awards Announced at Jungle-Themed Extravaganza
On January 14, the GHBA hosted its annual Installation Celebration that was themed “Take a Walk on the Wild Side,” at the Houston Zoo. Mike Dishberger, CEO of Sandcastle Homes, and the 2023 GHBA board …
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Top Membership Recruiters Honored at Installation
Congratulations to GHBA’s 2022 Spikes of the Year! These annual membership awards were presented at the Installation Celebration in January at the Houston Zoo. [MORE EVENT PHOTOS] The Membership Spike Winner of the Year is Sonora …
Taylor Morrison Closes on Benefit Home
Taylor Morrison led the celebration at the recent closing of its 2022 GHBA Benefit Home. Taylor Morrison built the Dahlia Plan in Grand Vista with donated materials, labor and services by GHBA member companies. Dozens …
GHBA Prepares for Code Modernization Process
Throughout 2023, the City of Houston plans to adopt a Code Modernization plan and adopt the 2021 International Residential Code. The GHBA, through its Code Committee is working to participate in this process and provide …
GHBA Bids Farewell to Two Directors Headed for Retirement
Melvina Audain has been our rockstar director of special events for GHBA. She also keeps our GHBA team members thinking about ways to invent creative experiences for our members. We will miss Mel’s passion for …
Adopt-a-Family Project Spreads Holiday Cheer
In the spirit of the season, the GHBA and its members partner with the Houston Housing Authority each year to support those less fortunate in our community and provide a more joyous holiday for local …
HOME-PAC Trustees Recognized at End-of-Year Reception
On November 30, GHBA’s political action committee, HOME-PAC, brought back a once-favored tradition of coming together for a yearly reception to reflect on and celebrate the success of our PAC and the many candidates it …
President’s Message: Passing the Baton
I would like to dedicate December’s article to thanking Aimee Bertrand, GHBA’s board and staff, our committees, councils, TAB directors, NAHB delegates, and member volunteers for their year of service to the association. Together, we …
HOME-PAC: An Investment in the Future of Texas Homebuilding and Development
HOME-PAC, the political action committee of the Greater Houston Builders Association, is an essential part of GHBA’s advocacy program. HOME-PAC directs financial support of the homebuilding industry and is committed to protecting housing affordability and …