Minnesota Court of Appeals Issues Major Win for Housing
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Yesterday, the MN Court of Appeals published its opinion in Harstad v. Woodbury, holding that Woodbury’s major roadway fee is an illegal impact fee. The decision upholds the district court’s ruling on the matter. “This is a win for homeowners and for home
affordability in Minnesota. This decision provides much-needed clarity for cities – traffic impact fees, which add to the home affordability crisis, are not legal and cannot be charged to homeowners.” -David Siegel, Executive Director of Housing First Minnesota and BATC
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3 Things You Need to Know1. Bid. Win. Sponsor! Sponsorships are still available for the BATC Buck Auction on Nov. 15 Contact Nicole Coon for more information >> 2. Are your subs really subcontractors or should they be considered
employees? Don't wonder, get the facts at the Small Volume Builders and Remodelers Roundtable on Oct. 4 More details >> 3. New Member Benefits The Sample CIC Maintenance Plan for Townhomes
prepared by BATC and Housing First Minnesota is available free-of-charge to members in an editable format and can be modified to meet the individual needs of each project. In addition to the Sample CIC Maintenance Plan, BATC members can access important regulatory and legal information on BATC.org’s new Regulatory & Legal Briefs members-only page.
BATC News
Parade Finishes Second Weekend
The Parade of Homes is still going strong! - BATC's Laura Marrinan on WCCO Watch here >>
- Midwest Home Magazine feature in Home dish section Read more >>
- The Star Tribune has a feature in
Sunday's Home and Garden Section Read more >>
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Woodbury Decision In the Media- Ruling on Woodbury road fees could hit similar financing statewide Read more >>
- Road Fee Ruling a Win for Builders Read more >>
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BATC Leadership Institute Kicks Off!
The 2017-18 series of the BATC Leadership Institute had their first class of the year today. There are 15 students in this year's class.
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Clay Shoot: Registration & Sponsorship OpportunitiesA handful of sponsorships are still available! Contact Nicole for more information. And don't forget to register to join the shooters.
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KickStart Your MembershipGrab a drink or a snack and let us help you KickStart your BATC membership. Members old and new are welcome to join us on Oct. 11 to discover how to best use BATC's consumer marketing, the best ways to connect and network and more!
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Green Path Energy Efficiency ConferenceThis year's Energy Efficiency Conference will take place on Thursday, Oct. 12 at BATC. Join us to learn what makes a high-performance house, including the science that assures houses are healthy, durable and energy efficient. It will cover material, adaptability, resiliency, affordability and what makes a good design.
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Last Wednesday, the Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans (MACV) thanked the BATC Foundation, Lennar and all of those who were involved in the building of the new MACV house.
Upcoming Calendar of BATC Events
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2017
September 9 - October 1
- Parade of Homes
September 29 - October 1
- Remodelers Showcase
October 3
- Clay Shoot [Register]
October 4
-Small Volume Builders and Remodelers Roundtable with Charlie Durenberger [Register]
October 11
- Member KickStart [Register]
October 12
- MN Green Path Energy Efficiency Conference [Register]
October 18
- EPA Lead Renovator Initial Certification Course [Register]
October 26
- The BIG Night [Register]
November 15
- BATC Buck Auction [Register]
December 11
-EPA Lead Renovator Initial Certification Course [Register] 2018
January 10
- BATC Hospitality Event at IBS [Register]
January 18
- Launch Party
April 12
- Builders and Remodelers Show (BRS) [Details] For a complete list of events, visit our website at www.batc.org
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