Whether you’re a homebuilder looking to stay ahead of the curve or just seeking fresh inspiration, the 2024 Design Trends panel, featuring four esteemed members of the Virginia design community, takes a look at current kitchen, bath, and whole-home trends and opines on what we might see in the near future.
The Home Builders Association of Virginia (HBAV) is happy to announce two key updates to its team as part of its continued commitment to supporting members and promoting a thriving home building industry in Virginia.
As your voice into state government, HBAV has been preparing for the upcoming 2025 Virginia General Assembly session since last spring. Chaired by Daniel Jones of East West Communities, the HBAV Legislative Committee received 32 legislative proposals for consideration from members and local home builder associations.
Every three years, Virginia updates the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building code that originates from the International Code Council’s model I-Codes. HBAV participates with the Virginia Board of Housing throughout the code adoption process. We have new resources to help you implement the updated codes, which will be enforced starting Jan. 18, 2025. Here’s what you…
Housing was a central issue in this year’s presidential and congressional elections. With nearly one million Virginians struggling to afford rent or mortgage payments, candidates from both parties promoted plans to increase housing supply, reduce costs, and cut regulatory barriers. On election day, the Wall Street Journal touted the National Association of Home Builders priorities…
The Virginia Board for Contractors has opened public comment on two regulatory actions. General Regulatory Reduction Initiative Details: Proposes amendments to the Board for Contractor Regulations (18VAC50-22) to update and clarify rules, align with current agency practices and Virginia law, and remove unnecessary requirements. Key changes include revisions to license classifications and specialty definitions, fee…
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New River Valley Builder takes lead with 3-year, $5,000 matching grant to support workforce development.
Recognized for his steadfast commitment to education, Josiah has been instrumental in inspiring students to explore rewarding careers in the building trades.
When regulations add to the price of a home, Virginians get priced out. Share these 2024 statistics, provided by the National Association of Home Builders, in discussions with local government officials and members.
