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NAHB Chairman Jerry Konter: Reflecting on 2022, Looking Ahead to 2023

Pro Builder

During the show, we announced a new partnership between NAHB and the Boys & Girls Clubs of America to introduce more of America’s youth to potential careers in residential construction and provide young people with opportunities for career exploration through skills-based learning activities.

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Construction Excluded From New OSHA Standard

Pro Builder

NAHB Policy Briefing | NAHB input on OSHA standard to protect workers from COVID-19; real estate values rise. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) began work on an emergency temporary standard (ETS) with new enforceable requirements for employers to protect workers. Jobsite Safety. Tue, 07/06/2021 - 12:00.

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How Excessive Design Standards Hurt Home Affordability

Pro Builder

Stringent residential design standards imposed by local governments are affecting housing costs; the impact of new residential construction on the broader economy (chart). NAHB Housing Policy Briefing. NAHB analysis of government data indicates new single-family and multifamily construction used about $94.9

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Leading the Home Building Industry: Pro Builder's 2021 Forty Under 40

Pro Builder

Steven Speer , 29, Senior Construction Superintendent and Safety Manager, Blackrock Builders, College Station, Texas. Education • BA, Business Administration, The George Washington University • MDes, Real Estate Development and Finance, Harvard University. Certifications • NAHB Certified New Home Marketing Professional.

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Green Home Building and Sustainable Architecture: Green.

Natural Building

It might be that a particular certification will allow the home to qualify for special financing or participate in some desirable program. Initially these standards were being applied solely to commercial buildings, but now they have transitioned to residential as well. The reasons for doing this vary. Green Building Council.

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Lumber Prices Hit Record High, Threatening Housing's Momentum

Pro Builder

We are shocked and very disappointed to see the prices had gotten to that level," said Jerry Howard, CEO of The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) in an exclusive interview with Pro Builder earlier today. NAHB CEO Jerry Howard | Photo c. NAHB Leadership Predicts Lumber Price, New Administration Effects on Housing.

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