Your Voice at Virginia's Capitol
HBAV is the leading advocate for Virginia’s residential development industry — fighting for policies that deliver more homes to Virginians.
Your Industry. Our Fight.
Every regulation, fee, and code change shapes the way homes are built in Virginia. Our Government Affairs Team works year-round with policymakers, state agencies, and industry partners to promote practical solutions, prevent unnecessary regulatory obstacles, and protect the ability of residential developers to deliver quality housing across the Commonwealth. Here’s where we’re fighting for you right now:
General Assembly, Session & Legislation
Follow our work at the Capitol in real time. Review our annual Legislative Agenda. Get to know your state Senators and Delegates.
Learn More →Building Codes
Virginia's Uniform Statewide Building Code (USBC) is updated every three years - and we represent our members at each step of the process.
Learn More →Housing Studies & Data
Good policy starts with good data. Here you will find relevant studies and reports from various government agencies and other reputable sources.
Learn More →Workforce, Labor & Licensure
Licensing standards and labor protections are essential to a safe, qualified construction workforce and a responsible homebuilding industry.
Learn More →Environmental Regulations
Land development and construction are subject to a complex web of environmental regulations and permitting across a variety of state agencies.
Learn More →Tax Credits, Grants & Virginia Housing (VHDA)
Financing can make or break a project. Find information on Virginia Housing, state tax credits, and other financing tools available to residential builders.
Learn More →Advocacy & Government Affairs News
Here’s how a state agency is helping make Virginia housing affordable
At the Sept. 29 Virginia Builders Summit, Virginia Housing representatives explained the programs behind those results and the organization’s expanding work on housing supply, preservation,…
Virginia Residential Landlord & Tenant Act Update Webinar
Stay ahead of the latest legal shifts in property management with the HBAV Virginia Residential Landlord & Tenant Act Update Webinar. ⚠️ Important Note for…
2026 Opportunity Zone Redesignation
Opportunity Zones (“OZ”) are designated census tracts where qualifying investments made through Qualified Opportunity Funds may receive federal tax benefits designed to encourage long-term investment…
Upcoming Legislative Events
From Day at the General Assembly to BuildPAC fundraisers — stay connected and show up when it matters.
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