First Round of Candidates for Governor Talk Housing
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The race to Nov. 6, 2018 has already begun. Gubernatorial candidates, State Auditor Rebecca Otto (DFL) and Ramsey County Commissioner Blake Huffman (R), each met with members of Housing First Minnesota this week to discuss housing affordability, the role of the Metropolitan Council, and a variety of other issues. Over the coming weeks, all major gubernatorial candidates will be invited to meet with the group of housing industry leaders.
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New Housing Laws Now in Effect!
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Two major housing initiatives that were passed by the Minnesota Legislature and signed into law by Governor Dayton during the 2017 legislative session effectively become law Tuesday, August 1. Starting today, the Minnesota Common Interest Ownership Act is amended to remove barriers to developing owner-occupied condos and townhouses and public notice for housing moratorium is now required.
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3 Things You Need to Know- Know someone who's made a lasting contribution to the industry? Nominate them by Friday for the Robert L. Hanson Lifetime Achievement Award. Details here >>
- New to BATC? Join us for our next Membership KickStart on August 15th. RSVP here >>
- Headed to IBS this year? Don't miss early bird pricing! Expo Pass Registration only $50 for non-members through August 31. Details here >>
BATC News
This Week's BATC Related HeadlinesHousing's Supply Shortage: Myth Vs. Reality
Why new construction would have an outsized effect on the vicious circle of escalating home prices and constrained for-sale inventory. Read more >>
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Single-Family Construction Dips Slightly in JulyAfter several months of increased growth, single-family construction slowed slightly in July. The number of single-family permits pulled for the month dipped by five percent compared to July 2016. With several large projects in the works, multifamily construction picked up the pace with 851 permitted units, up 32 percent from July last year.
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Instructors Wanted!BATC is looking for great instructors who can provide top-quality courses for our upcoming Contractor University continuing education series. Here's your chance to submit course proposals that we'll offer to builders, remodelers, building officials and REALTORS to fulfill their continuing education requirements. Applications due August 7.
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Are You Ready to Lead?A few more opportunities are available for the third annual BATC Leadership Institute. The BATC Leadership Institute will prepare your company’s up-and-coming leaders to take a strong and confident leadership role in your company. To take ownership of your company’s mission and bottom line, have greater decision-making confidence, identify solutions within your company and develop a network of peer advisors.
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EPA Lead Renovator Initial Certification CourseEnrolling in our lead certification course is a crucial step in protecting your clients, your firm, your workers, and yourself. Becoming certified fulfills the Environmental Protection Agency’s Lead Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) rule. The EPA can fine up to $37,500 per offense. Upcoming classes:
Tuesday, August 22, 2017
Wednesday, October 18, 2017
Monday, December 11, 2017 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM | $199 per person | Includes Lunch | Held at BATC Approved for MN & WI contractor credit.
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Join Us for Housing Day at the Fair!Save August 28th for Housing Day at the Fair! We're excited to be partnering with the Minnesota REALTORS, Minneapolis Area Association of REALTORS and the Saint Paul Area Association of REALTORS for Housing Day at the Fair. This fun event is a great chance for us to show our industry pride and elevate housing, all while having fun with our friends and families!
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Green Path Energy Efficiency ConferenceDon't miss this year's Energy Efficiency Conference on Thursday, October 12th at BATC. This daylong course is divided into four sessions that will define and discuss the high-performance house.
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Upcoming Calendar of BATC Events
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August 3
- BATC Golf Open (limited PM spots remain) [Register]
August 4
- Robert L. Hanson Lifetime Achievement Award nomination deadline [Details]
August 15
- Membership KickStart [Register]
August 22
- EPA Lead Renovator Certification Course [Register]
August 25
- Trillium Entry Deadline [Details]
August 28
- Housing Day at the Fair [Register] For a complete list of events, visit our website at www.batc.org
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