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HBA of CT's 2010 - 2011 Issues List 

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Advocacy & Policy		Meetings, Awards & Resources
HBACT Opposes Mandatory Fire Sprinklers in New Homes - proposed in the 2009 International Residential Code (IRC) - currently under review by the CT Codes & Standards Committee See CBIA's 2010 Election Central web site. Federal EPA News Release (7-21-10): 3 Mass. developers and construction firms pay heavy penalty for violations of stormwater regulations. NAHB to Sue EPA Over Lead Regulations HBACT's legislative success recognized in Nation's Building News July 12; see how DEP is responding to PA 10-158. Fifty-four (54) home improvement contractors caught in DCP sting operation New lead paint rules - EPA delays enforcement of rules See What the HBA of CT Does! Legislation addresses housing production credit crisis - NAHB news release AD&C Financing - see NAHB's resources Fannie Mae's new guidance on appraisals (June 30, 2010) - which actually encourages appraisers to talk with builders 2010 State Legislative Session - ; bills that became law; HBACT's testimony on 25+ bills; talking points on key legislation. CT Partnership for Balanced Growth - see YouTube video on what CPBG is about. Importance of Housing to U.S. Economy : Jobs & tax revenues produced at all gov't levels The "Priced Out" Effect: The cost of adding fees or permit delays to new housing HBACT outlines major state agency regulatory hurdles for the legislature's Regulations Review Committee.		Workshop with Mike Lyon: Converting Browsers to Buyers - Oct. 14, attend either session, AM (Stratford) or PM (Chester). Credit Crisis Update: NAHB Offers Online Forum to Connect Members with Financing Institutions Listen to George LaCava on CBIA's Business Minute US News & World Report: 9 Reasons to Choose a New Home Over a Resale. Brave New World of Appraisals: Teleconference Sept. 16, 12:00-1:00 pm. New Home Purchase Tax Credits Still Available for Some;  Opportunity Still Knocks! IBS 2011 Registration Opened August 2! Sunlight Construction's Zero Energy Challenge home featured in Hartford Business Journal Hartford County members Johnny Carrier & Kevin Santini named to HBJ's "40 Under 40" list. Successful NAHB Build-PAC Golf Outing held by HBA of CT July 12, 2010. Enviro-Build Expo, Oct. 13-14, 2010 Characteristics of New Housing 2009 stats Bob Hanbury on lead paint rules on Ch. 3 State ready to cut red tape - Bill Ethier featured in HBJ article on regulatory reform. Building optimism on new construction article from the Stamford Advocate Reuters story on housing featuring Chris Steiner & Mary Boudreau of HBRA. Courtney asks EPA to delay lead-paint rules Norwich Bulletin Watch George LaCava on "The Real Story" on Fox CT Sales & Marketing Council Webinars - information and registration. CT Developers Council Energy Efficiency Tax Credit  for work done in 2009 and 2010 (and through 2016 for certain work) State & Local HBA meetings

HBA of CT is proudly affiliated with the following organizations: BA Eastern CT HBRA Fairfield County HBA Hartford County HBA New Haven County HBA Northwest CT

Mission Statement:  Leading Our Members to Professional Excellence!  The HBA of CT represents the residential construction industry in Connecticut through advocacy and education.