The HBA Advocate Newsletter | January 7, 2026
December 7, 2025 In this edition: Castle Rock sign ordinance to go before Town Council for consideration Get Involved: 2026 HBA Advocacy Committees & Task Forces Upcoming HBA Webinar: The 2026 Code Landscape – Who, What, and When? Colorado Home Building Summit – January 27-28, 2026 Castle Rock sign ordinance to go before Town Council for…
PUC finalizes plans to push natural gas out of Colorado home heating to hit 100% decarbonization
ALERT: Requirements of HB23-1161 – Environmental Standards for Appliances – Will Soon Become Effective Questions about this alert or HB23-1161 in general? Please contact Rachel Lee at rachel@goldleafstrat.com/303-807-7465 or Ted Leighty at ted@hbacolorado.com/303-910-7419 What You Need to Know: During the 2023 Legislative session, HB23-1161, Environmental Standards for Appliances was adopted by the General Assembly and…
The HBA Advocate Newsletter | December 2, 2025
December 2, 2025 In this edition: Commerce City Council Repeals Fire Sprinkler Mandate – Other Front Range Communities Reconsider Requirements Amid Rising Housing Costs HBA of Metro Denver Partners with Metro Mayors Caucus on Building Bridges Event Get Involved: 2026 HBA Advocacy Committee & Task Forces Commerce City Council Repeals Fire Sprinkler Mandate – Other Front…
In Loving Memory of James “Jim” Donald Ferguson
James (Jim) Donald Ferguson was born in Pueblo, Colorado, May 21st, 1937 to Harold and Nellie Ferguson. After his father’s passing when Jim was 7 years old, the family moved to various places to be with family. Jim attended Denver North High School and was a standout 3 sport athlete, playing football, basketball and baseball. …
Invest in Your HBA, Invest in Our Industry: Call for 2026 Sponsorships
Put your brand front and center with the companies shaping metro Denver’s residential construction industry. In 2024, HBA Builder Members accounted for 92% of all local closings, and your sponsorship connects you directly to these decision makers. Why sponsor through a 2026 Organizational Partnership? Year-round brand exposure across HBA communications and events Category exclusivity at…
2025 MAME Award Winners List
On November 1st, 2025 the Custom Builders & Remodelers Council (CBRC) and the Sales and Marketing Council (SMC) of the HBA of Metro Denver hosted and celebrated the industries best at the Hyatt Regency Denver Tech Center: The MAME Awards! It was an incredible night for all who attended and all who had the well-earned…
The HBA Advocate Newsletter | November 5, 2025
November 5, 2025 In this edition: MHC Endorsed Candidates Win Big in Commerce City ? Mixed Results in Other Municipalities Front Range Communities Reconsider Fire Sprinkler Mandates Amid Rising Housing Costs Jeff Handlin Named 2025 HBA Advocate of the Year HBA Hosts Xcel Energy Lunch and Learn on Electrification MHC Endorsed Candidates Win Big in Commerce…
Three Top Denver Builders are Honored with the Prestigious 2025 HAP Award
The Home Builders Association of Metro Denver’s Associate Members recognized three outstanding Denver area home builders at the HBA’s Annual Meeting and presented them with the industry’s esteemed 2025 HAP Awards (Homebuilder and Associates in Partnership). Over 275 HBA members attended the Annual Meeting, which was held on October 23rd at Marriott DTC. The Associate…
2025 Annual Awards Recipients Honored at HBA Annual Meeting
The Home Builders Association of Metro Denver held the 2025 Annual Meeting on Thursday. October 23rd at Marriott DTC. The ceremonies were emceed by HBA CEO Ted Leighty. It was a celebratory evening as Jason Brown of Ascent Builders and 2025 HBA Board President welcomed 2026 HBA President Sara Dieringer of Cardel Homes. The HBA…
Sara Dieringer Installed as 2026 Home Builders Association Board President
Sara Dieringer of Cardel Homes, was installed as 2026 HBA Board President at the HBA Annual Meeting on October 23rd. Below are her inaugural remarks: “It’s truly an honor to be standing here before you tonight. I’m incredibly proud, and maybe a little nervous, to accept the position of Board President for 2026. I know…