Posts by Connie Dahl
The 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…
Read MoreWorksite Raids & Immigration Law: Be Informed, Be Prepared
Understanding Immigration Enforcement: Protecting Your Business, Work Sites & Workforce In June, the HBA of Metro Denver hosted an important information session: “Understanding Immigration Law: Protecting Your Business, Work Sites & Workforce.” The session was led by Jeff Joseph, Partner at Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP (BAL) in Denver. Jeff is a nationally recognized immigration…
Read MoreNew Member Orientation & HBA Member Appreciation BBQ Recap
On Tuesday, June 17th, our New Member Orientation and Member Appreciation BBQ events were a great success! We kicked off the afternoon by welcoming over 40 members for an engaging orientation where they learned all about the HBA and how to get involved. The event was followed by our Member Appreciation BBQ, where members of…
Read MorePodcast: Mid-Year Update on Economic Indicators and Advocacy Priorities
On the latest episode of NAHB’s podcast, Housing Developments, sponsored by LG Pro Builder, COO Paul Lopez welcomed NAHB Chief Economist Dr. Robert Dietz and Chief Advocacy Officer Ken Wingert for a mid-year check-in on key economic indicators and NAHB policy priorities driving home building for the rest of 2025. With NAHB CEO Jim Tobin…
Read MoreBuilder Sentiment at Third Lowest Reading Since 2012
Robert Dietz In a further sign of declining builder sentiment, the use of price incentives increased sharply in June as the housing market continues to soften. Builder confidence in the market for newly built single-family homes was 32 in June, down two points from May, according to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)/Wells Fargo…
Read MoreMore than 1,000 Housing Professionals Urge Congress to Act on Key Affordability Issues
NAHB members prepare for the 2025 Legislative Conference More than 1,000 builders, remodelers and associates engaged in all facets of the residential construction industry trekked to Capitol Hill today to urge their lawmakers to support policies that will help builders unleash the housing market by allowing them to increase the production of quality, affordable housing.…
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