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Tigard Water SDC Increases
(JW) – As of February 1st, the City of Tigard will be raising their water SDC fees. The SDC fees on on the two most common meters are: 3/4″ – $6,835 currently, $8,412 as of 2/1/13 and 1″ – $12,664 … Continue reading
Team spots still available for PRO Bowl & Bet!
Get your game on at the second annual PRO Bowl & Bet. Join us at the newly remodeled Game-Time in Lake Oswego on Sunday, October 21. This event is presented by Ferguson and KitchenAid and promises to be even more … Continue reading
Top Portland, Vancouver Mortgage Broker and HBA Member Joins Willamette Valley Bank
Senior Mortgage Banker Theresa Springer will work in two of Willamette Valley Banks’ leading mortgage offices in Vancouver and Lake Oswego Vancouver, Wa. July 23, 2012 – Theresa Springer, a Senior Loan Officer, and long standing Portland-Vancouver based mortgage specialist … Continue reading
Ken Cowdery to lead Home Builders Foundation
Twenty-five year non-profit veteran named new HBF executive director April 27, 2012 (Portland) – The Home Builders Foundation (HBF) is pleased to announce the appointment of Ken Cowdery to the position of executive director. Ken will take over for Mel … Continue reading
Work at the NW Natural Street of Dreams
***UPDATE: As of June 8th, 2012 we have filled all the positions listed below*** The NW Natural Street of Dreams is schedule for July 28-August 26, 2012 at The Vinyard in West Linn. We are now taking applications for … Continue reading
Meet the candidates who support housing and a strong economy
HBA urges its members to vote for the following endorsed candidates On May 15th, members around the Portland Metro region will be asked to cast a ballot in the upcoming Oregon Primary Election. Over the last few months, members of the HBA’s Political Action Committee (PAC) … Continue reading
Portland makes Improving Housing Markets list for third month in row
For the third month in a row, Portland made the NAHB/First American Improving Markets Index. Overall, the list grew to include 101 markets, with 35 states having at least one market on the list. Oregon has two markets – Portland … Continue reading
PAC Corner: Candidate Endorsements
Over the past two months members of the HBA Government Relations & PAC Committees have been interviewing candidates for different key races around the Portland region. Below is the list of candidates that have been officially endorsed by the HBA … Continue reading
Dave Mitchell: The Power of Understanding People
Thank you to those of you who came out in the snow to listen to Dave Mitchell present at the HBA on Thursday, March 22. Below is a link to his presentation and an assessment form. Click here for the … Continue reading
News and trends bode well for the remodeling scene in Portland in 2012
Recent uptick isn’t huge, but it does show signs of a possible increase for professional remodelers By Jon Bell For the HBA A recent wave of good — or at least more optimistic — news has put the spotlight on … Continue reading
Portland Added to List of Improving Housing Markets
National List of Improving Markets Grows to Nearly 100 US Cities Portland became the second metropolitan area in Oregon to make a growing list of improving housing markets, announced today by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). The list … Continue reading
Portland Named Number 9 in US by Remodeling Magazine
Remodeling Index at Five-Year High, Portland in Top 10 Good News for the Local Remodeling Industry Remodeling sentiment rose to the highest level in five years, according to the National Association of Home Builders’ (NAHB) Remodeling Market Index (RMI) for … Continue reading
New Home Search
The Home Builders Association is excited to announce a new home search feature now available to buyers looking for newly constructed homes in the Portland metro area. New Home Source, powered by Builders Digital Experience (BDX), makes it easy to … Continue reading
Continuing Education: Lead Safety for Renovation, Repair & Painting
NO COST TO YOU!* – Grant Funded** January 6th 8:30am-4:30pm or January 25th 8:30am-4:30pm Classes are located at the Home Builders Association at 15555 SW Bangy Rd, Lake Oswego, OR 97035. EPA certification is required for firms that perform renovation, … Continue reading
2012 HBA Board of Directors Installed
The Home Builders Association (HBA) of Metropolitan Portland installed its 2012 officers and board members at the annual Builders Ball on November 18. HBA 2011 President Karl Finkelnburg handed over the reins to incoming President Gordon Root, owner of Root … Continue reading
HBA Members Honored for Outstanding Service
The Home Builders Association of Metropolitan Portland announced its annual award winners at the 2011 Builders Ball on November 18. HBA members are selected by a nominating committee who reviews candidates on the basis of leadership, participation in the HBA, … Continue reading
HBA Housing Forecast Speaker Bios and Presentations
The Home Builders Association of Metropolitan Portland and the Parr Company are proud to present the annual Housing Forecast Breakfast. Please read about the December 7, 2011, speakers and take a look at their presentations below. Robert Denk – Assistant … Continue reading
HBA members have access to group rates through Kaiser Permanente
On November 15, 2011, Kaiser Permanente (KP) presented medical and dental information to the Home Builders Association illustrating the quality and access of care available to members. Dr. Tom Syltebo spoke about the Health Connect technology system and how services … Continue reading
December 7: HBA Housing Forecast Breakfast
Please join Parr Lumber and the HBA for our 2012 Annual Housing Forecast Breakfast on December 7th from 7:00 – 9:30 AM at the Oregon Convention Center. Registration begins at 7 AM and the presentations start at 7:30 AM Our … Continue reading
PRO Bowling, Texas Hold’em, and a Real Good Time
When pins dropped and cards flopped, the Professional Remodelers Organization (PRO) showed Players who the real pros were on October 23, 2011. Roll after roll, and shuffle after shuffle, the twelve teams enjoyed the spirit of the first annual PRO … Continue reading
The Winners Announced
Special thank you to all members who came out last night, October 12, 2011, for the wonderful feast of lasagna and chicken parmesan. We honored our new officers and board of directors. In case you missed it, here are the winners: Officer … Continue reading
Fall Home and Garden Show Sees Increased Traffic and Funds for Local Nonprofit
Home Builders Association and Molly’s Fund pleased with turnout and results The Home Builders Association (HBA) of Metropolitan Portland announced today the success of the 2011 Fall Home and Garden Show held September 29 through October 2 at the Portland … Continue reading
Green Day Forum
Join Earth Advantage Institute for an inspiring day of dialogue with those who have successfully championed for a more sustainable built environment that benefits society, the environment, and the economy. Registration: http://www.greendayforum.org/ Event Date: November 3, 2011 Venue: The Gerding … Continue reading
HBAMP wins five national Association Excellence Awards
The Home Builders Association of Metropolitan Portland (HBAMP) recently won Association Excellence Awards (AEA) from the Executive Officers Council of the National Association of Home Builders in the categories of “Best Website,” “Best Parade of Homes,” “Best Education Program,” “Best … Continue reading
HBA CEO Interviewed on KINK FM About 2011 NW Natural Street of Dreams
Check out the interview here! http://www.kink.fm/08/27/11/NW-Natural-Street-of-Dreams-Extends/landing_blog.html?blockID=545740&feedID=9695 HBA CEO Dave Nielsen discusses the show’s extension (now runs through Sept 5), industry trends, special things members of the public can expect to see this year, and the sustainable features incorporated into the … Continue reading
NW Natural Street of Dreams Award Winning Homes Announced
The Home Builders Association of Metropolitan Portland announced the 2011 NW Natural Street of Dreams award recipients on August 23 during an evening ceremony at NW Natural. The dream homes earn awards in three categories: Realtor’s Choice, selected by licensed … Continue reading
Save big on the 2012 International Builders’ Show in September
Registration for the 2012 International Builders’ Show opens Sept. 1, and there are tons of great deals that are only available for the month of September. General IBS Info Show Dates: February 8 – 11, 2012 (Wednesday – Saturday) Show … Continue reading
NW Natural Street of Dreams Extended Until Sept. 5
The NW Natural Street of Dreams, presented by Banner Bank/Community Financial Corporation, returns this summer with five uniquely designed and individually crafted homes. Situated on the top of Bull Mountain in Tigard, Ore., this is the longest running Street of … Continue reading
Housing Remains Steady, Despite Weak Economic Growth
Recent data on the gross domestic product (GDP) confirm a marked deceleration in economic growth during this year’s first half, with the second quarter coming in at only 1.3% and the first quarter revised down to just 0.4% from an … Continue reading
Upcoming Events at the NW Natural Street of Dreams
August 18 – (6-8 PM): KINK Street Party Featuring Redwood Son performing live! August 20 – (11 AM-4 PM): Cycle to the Street An event focused on bringing the neighborhood to the NW Natural Street of Dreams. Bikers, walkers and … Continue reading
A Summer Block Party Charity Benefit-SOLD OUT
SOLD OUT….SOLD OUT….SOLD OUT….SOLD OUT For the past 27 years, the Home Builders Association of Metropolitan Portland (HBAMP) has given back to the community by kicking-off its annual NW Natural Street of Dreams with a charity benefit. This year, a … Continue reading
CCB adopts several exemptions from Residential Continuing Education
Senate Bill 155, from the recently adjourned 2011 Legislative Session, paved the way for the Oregon Construction Contractors Board (CCB) to adopt temporary rules exempting certain contractors from some of the Residential Continuing Education (RCE) core requirements. Contractors that have … Continue reading
2011 seen as turning point for home prices
More than half of economists, real estate experts and investment strategists polled by MacroMarkets LLC in June said they now expect national home prices to hit a bottom sometime in 2011 and remain stable through 2015. MacroMarkets polls more than … Continue reading
Catering Discounts
With an emphasis on creating consistent top quality fare from the freshest ingredients, Celebrate! Catering has delighted clients by exceeding their expectations for almost twenty years. Celebrate! is a subsidiary of the Home Builders Association of Metropolitan Portland and operates … Continue reading
New Member Benefit
The Earth Advantage Institute is exclusively offering HBA members a $250 enrollment discount (for new EAI builders) and a $25 per home verification discount (for HBA members who are active in the EAI program. Active is defined as at least … Continue reading
Bureau of Development Service Fee Increases Effective July 1
This is an advisory to our customers noting the recent City Council approval of proposed increases in development review fees, including the fees the Bureau of Development Services (BDS) charges on building permits, trade permits and land use review applications. … Continue reading
Big Changes Coming in CCB Dispute Resolution Services Program
On July 1, 2011 the Construction Contractors Board (CCB) Dispute Resolution Services (DRS) program will make significant changes to its program. Because of the relatively short amount of time between the Legislature finalizing the new laws impacting the program and … Continue reading
CCB releases its second continuing education course for residential contractors
The Construction Contractors Board (CCB) released its second online residential continuing education course on June 20, 2011. This one-hour course covers Contractor Endorsements and Structure Types: Why they matter. CCB-offered courses cost $15.00 per credit hour. Residential contractors renewing on … Continue reading
Homeowners and voters say homeownership best investment
Homeowners and voters say homeownership best investment; are happy with owning a home A recent national bi-partisan survey of 2,000 likely voters conducted by two of the top Democratic and Republican national polling firms working together on a rare joint … Continue reading
2010 Excellence Awards Winners
Building industry celebrates excellence at annual awards ceremony Nearly 200 home building professionals gathered June 8 for the Home Builders Association of Metropolitan Portland’s sixth annual Excellence Awards Banquet, which recognizes the outstanding work of local companies across a variety … Continue reading
Get Involved with the 2011 NW Natural Street of Dreams
The 2011 NW Natural Street of Dreams will take place August 6-28 at Brentwood Estates on Bull Mountain in Tigard, OR. Several opportunities for getting involved and taking advantage of all the show has to offer are listed below. Dream … Continue reading
HBA Policy Papers
The HBA recently updated several of its government affairs policy papers. To read about the HBA’s positions on the urban growth boundary, system development charges, infrastructure financing, and more, visit: http://www.hbapdx.org/advocacy/hba-policy-papers/ Continue reading
May All Member Luncheon Powerpoint
All Member Luncheon features Todd Britsch and his industry crystal ball HBA members and their guests came out for the HBA’s 5th All Member Luncheon of the year to enjoy a delicious Celebrate Catering! lunch, network, and listen to a … Continue reading
Ultimate Open House New Home Tour: Through May 22
2011 Ultimate Open House New Home Tour: Through May 22 HBA builders are looking forward to the fifth annual Ultimate Open House to kickoff the selling season and motivate buyers to sign on the dotted line. The actual … Continue reading
Hanley Wood Names Top 25 Counties for Remodeling Potential in 2011
Based on a variety of factors from location to consumer demographics, Hanley Wood’s Residential Remodeling Index identifies the top 25 U.S. counties with the most potential to see a boom in remodeling activity for 2011. Portland, Denver, and the Twin … Continue reading
Cordero House Shelter Project Complete
We have great reason to celebrate; our labor of love is finished! After a year and a half of hard work and dedication by members of the home building industry, fourteen adolescent boys moved into their beautiful new home on … Continue reading
Latest Case Schiller Report
Data through February 2011, released April 26 by S&P Indices for its S&P/Case-Shiller Home Price Indices, the leading measure of U.S. home prices, show prices for the 10-and 20-city composites are lower than a year ago but still slightly above … Continue reading
HBA Member in the News
We caught this story as it came across the AP wire. Watch for quote from Keith Knowles of LiveLight Energy towards the end of the article. Oregon cowboy town promotes solar energy (From ABCNews.com) A cowboy grasping the reins of … Continue reading
2011 NW Natural Street of Dreams Operations and Marketing Internship
Description The Home Builders Association of Metropolitan Portland, NW Natural, and John L. Scott Real Estate, are pleased to present the 2011 NW Natural Street of Dreams from August 6 through August 21. The show will be held at Brentwood … Continue reading
NAHB 2011 March Housing and Economic Report
This is a report that Dr. David Crowe, NAHB’s Chief Economist, gave March 15 to NAHB members attending the Legislative Conference in Washington, DC. It’s a great overview and covers both new construction and remodeling. It provides the “good news” … Continue reading
2012 NW Natural Street of Dreams: Call for Sites
Flyer courtesy of Anish VonAhlefeld (Huckleberry Resources) Continue reading
Top 25 Counties With Remodeling Potential for 2011
Hanley Wood Names Top 25 Counties for Remodeling Potential in 2011 Based on a variety of factors from location to consumer demographics, Hanley Wood’s Residential Remodeling Index identifies the top 25 U.S. counties with the most potential to see a … Continue reading
Remodel Portland Magazine
Photos and descriptions of each of the 15 homes on this year’s Tour of Remodeled Homes, along with stories about the remodeling industry, green remodels, new products, bidding, and steps to good design. Click here to view the magazine. Continue reading
Job Opportunity: Habitat for Humanity Director of Housing Development
Habitat for Humanity Portland/Metro East is seeking a highly motivated individual to join our team of committed professionals to help take a successful 30-year-old organization to new heights. The Director of Housing Development will lead a team of real estate … Continue reading
Transportation SDC credits in unincorporated Clackamas County
Athey Creek Christian Fellowship recently completed $2.5 million of off-site roadway improvements in the Stafford / I – 205 area. Clackamas County has a program in place that allows for a portion of these off-site costs to be recaptured in … Continue reading
Join the HBA Professional Remodelers Organization
The Professional Remodelers Organization consists of the area’s top remodelers, subcontractors, designers, and suppliers who work together to promote quality and professionalism in the home remodeling industry. In the past 10 years, the council has grown to 250 members and … Continue reading
Remodeling Excellence Awards: Call For Entries
Have a remodeling, design, or marketing project you’d like to get recognized for? Then enter this year’s Remodeling Excellence Awards. Completed entry forms due back by April 11, 2011. Click here for more information! Click here for the “Call for … Continue reading
Oregon CCB Residential Continuing Ed Requirements Explained
The OHBA has recently released an informative PowerPoint that provides answers to many of the FAQ’s surrounding the new residential continuing education requirements. Click here to view the PowerPoint! Continue reading
Bring Business/Building Input to Metro via Opt-In
Metro has a new online opinion panel that will be used to guide the Council’s priorities and decisions that impact this region. It is critical that businesses, especially those in the building industry, are represented on this online panel. Typically, … Continue reading
P.E.G Report Feb 1, 2011
Political Action, Economics and Government Affairs Report Political Action Metro Councilor District 6 Position – HBA is working with our business partners in the Coalition for a Prosperous Region (CPR) to help identify a strong candidate(s) to fill the District … Continue reading