Legislative Update: The State of Housing
BATC-Housing First Minnesota executive director David Siegel gave the “State of Housing: The Homebuilding & Remodeling Perspective” to the Senate Agriculture, Rural Development, and Housing Policy Committee last week. Siegel shared the concerns of our industry with lawmakers and presented data on single-family permits and the price point distribution from 2006 compared to 2016 data.
Housing Day at the Capitol is Tomorrow!
Your last chance to register is today at noon! For those of those of you attending, details on the event schedule and this year's issues can be found at housingdaymn.org.
BATC-Housing First Minnesota Requests No New Energy Code
BATC-Housing First Minnesota sent a letter to the Department of Labor & Industry’s Energy Code TAG Chair asking that the Department reaffirm the existing residential energy code for Minnesota, instead of adopting the more costly 2018 International Energy Conversation Code. In the letter, BATC-Housing First Minnesota points out that Minnesota’s new homes are performing remarkably well and that in our current Parade of Homes event, more than 60 percent of homes had an average HERS Index that was 50 percent better than code.
3 Things You Need to Know1. One month until the BIG show! All pre-registered BATC-Housing First Minnesota member BRS attendees will receive unlimited free dinner passes. Register here >> 2. Have items to donate to the Hearts in Housing Gala silent auction? Please contact Shelly Barrett. 3. Grab your derby hats and sport coats! The 3rd Annual Hearts & Housing Gala's theme is the Kentucky Derby! Odds are, this will be an amazing night as you support your favorite charity! Register here >>
BATC-Housing First Minnesota News
KARE-11 Covers Project BuildMNKARE-11 interviewed BATC-Housing First Minnesota executive director and Project Build MN board member, David Siegel, on the labor shortage how Project Build MN hopes to address this issue. Watch here >>
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Parade of Homes on Fox 9FOX 9's M.A. Rosko stopped by home #436 on the 2018 Parade of Homes built by Sustainable 9 Design + Build and spoke with, Chad Hanson. She also chatted with our David Siegel about Project Build Minnesota, and our Parade of Homes spokesperson, Laura Burt. Watch here >>
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Attending the Builders and Remodelers Show?
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Enhance your business at BRS's Educational Series on April 12 at the Minneapolis Convention Center. For just $20 registration you can attend two informative sessions. Three topics are offered at from 1-2 PM and repeated from 2-3 PM. So pick your two favorites and register! - High Performance Wall Assembly & Details Presented by Michael Anschel, OA Design+Build *
- Winning with Mechanic's Liens Presented by Bill Gschwind, Minnesota Construction Law Services *
- Leading Your Company for Success Presented by Jerry Olson, Resultants for
Business
* Approved for one-hour of continuing education credit for MN Residential Building Contractors, Remodelers, Roofers and Building Officials through the MN Department of Labor and Industry. High Performance Wall Assembly & Details includes one hour of Energy.
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The Biggest Day for Housing!Wednesday, Mar. 14, 2018 | InterContinental Saint Paul Riverfront | 11AM - 6:30 PM Share with your elected officials the importance of housing affordability during Housing Day at the Capitol. Enjoy your time connecting with legislators and your colleagues in the housing industry while making an impact.
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Registration Now OpenThursday, April 12, 2018 | Minneapolis Convention Center Hall C |1 - 8 PM Attend the Builders and Remodelers Show. This is one BATC-Housing First Minnesota event you really can't miss. Show admission is free for all attendees (licensed builders, remodelers, architects, building officials and certified interior designers). Plus, all pre-registered BATC-Housing First Minnesota member attendees will receive unlimited free dinner passes.
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A Very Special Derby!Saturday, April 21, 2018 | J.W. Marriott - Mall of America | 5:30 PM Come celebrate and support the BATC-Housing First Minnesota Foundation at the third annual Hearts in Housing Gala! Join us for a night of food, fun, derby fashion and generosity.
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Earn Your CE Credits!Tuesday, March 20 | at BATC-Housing First Minnesota EPA Lead Renovator Renovator Initial Course
8:00 AM -4:00 PM | Lead recertification | Credits for MN + WI Contractors
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Housing Day at the Capitol: The Issues
Are you ready for our biggest day at the Capitol? Here's a quick review of the issues we are working on this year as well as some tips for your meetings with lawmakers. More event details at housingdaymn.org.
Upcoming Calendar of BATC Events
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2018
February 24 - March 25
- Spring Parade of Homes
March 14
- Housing Day at the Capitol [Register]
March 23 - 25
- Remodelers Showcase [Details]
April 12
- Builders and Remodelers Show (BRS) [Details]
April 21
- Hearts in Housing Gala [Register] For a complete list of events, visit our website at www.batc.org
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