Posts by Connie Dahl
2025 HAP Award Voting Now Open!
The HBA of Metro Denver is once again proud to present the HAP (Homebuilders and Associates in Partnership) Awards at the 2025 Annual Meeting on October 23, 2025. These awards were designed to encourage and honor the values of trust, communication, loyalty and ethics shown by HBA builder members through their business dealings with HBA associate members.…
Read MorePeople’s Choice Awards Winners Announced from the 2025 Parade of Homes Presented by Keas Concrete Coatings
Dream Home Winner Markel Homes – 2102 Star Hill Street, Longmont The Home Builders Association of Metro Denver (HBA) today announced the winners of the 2025 People’s Choice Awards for the Denver Parade of Homes Presented by Keas Concrete Coatings. The 2025 event showcased 67 newly designed model and custom homes by 21 area residential builders,…
Read MoreYesterday’s HBA Member Orientation & Member Appreciation BBQ
Nearly 100 members joined us on the HBA office patio to enjoy a perfect afternoon of networking, sunshine, and community. Guests enjoyed delicious burgers, brats, drinks, and plenty of conversation, all thanks to the generous support of our sponsors—UFP Site Built, Digital Media Innovations, and North Star Synergies. It was a fantastic way to connect…
Read MoreThe Fed Cuts and Projects More Easing to Come
Robert Dietz September 17, 2025 After a monetary policy pause that began at the start of 2025, the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy committee (FOMC) voted to reduce the short-term federal funds rate by 25 basis points at the conclusion of its September meeting. This move decreased the target federal funds rate to an upper rate…
Read MoreHBA of Metro Denver Hosts 4th Annual Housing Affordability Bus Tour
For the fourth year in a row, the HBA of Metro Denver hosted its Housing Affordability Bus Tour for elected officials interested in learning more about our industry’s commitment to housing attainability. Photos from the day are below ↓ ↓ ↓ Over the course of the day, our group traveled by charter bus to several…
Read MoreThe Advocate Newsletter | September 2, 2025
September 2, 2025 In this edition: Town of Erie to Consider Revisions to Fire Sprinkler Requirements Elbert County Considers ‘Strategic Pause’ on New Development Applications HBA to Submit Xcel Complaint Letter to Colorado Public Utilities Commission Town of Erie to Consider Revisions to Fire Sprinkler Requirements The Town of Erie will be considering a potential repeal…
Read MoreThursday begins last weekend of 2025 Parade of Homes
Dream home by Reed Custom Homes featured in the 2025 Denver parade of Homes. Courtesy of Reed Custom Homes THE 2025 PARADE OF HOMES PRESENTED BY KEAS CONCRETE COATINGS UNVEILS THE LATEST IN STYLE, DESIGN, AND NEW HOME LIVING ACROSS METRO DENVER THIS AUGUST Denver’s Home Showcase Tradition Will Run From Thursday through Sunday, Aug.…
Read MoreSneak into Windler: A Stylish Recap of Parade of Homes Industry Night
The 2025 Parade of Homes Industry Night: Sneak Into Windler brought together over 400 homebuilding professionals for an unforgettable evening of networking, home tours, food, fun, and flair. (photos below) Hosted by Windler, one of Aurora’s most exciting new communities near E-470 and 56th, the event gave attendees a sneak peek into Aurora’s most spirited…
Read MoreHBA Publishes New Local Government Impact Fee Study
Download Metro Denver Development Fee Executive Summary The Home Builders Association of Metro Denver has completed a comprehensive study analyzing the development fees assessed on new housing construction across the 16 leading local governments in the region. As Colorado grapples with a growing housing affordability crisis, this study highlights a key—but often overlooked—contributor to rising…
Read MoreThe HBA Advocate | Tuesday, July 1, 2025
July 1, 2025 In this edition: HBA Publishes New Local Government Impact Fee Study Town of Castle Rock to Consider New Homebuilder Kiosk Signage Program INDUSTRY NIGHT TICKETS & SPONSORSHIPS NOW AVAILABLE HBA Publishes New Local Government Impact Fee Study The Home Builders Association of Metro Denver has completed a comprehensive study analyzing the development…
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