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In this edition of News You Can Use you will find:
- Power of Real Estate Summit is Just Around the Corner
- SAHBA Member, Soloway Designs Awarded Remodel of the Year
- SAHBA Assists COT Econ. & Workforce Development Efforts
- City of Tucson Low Impact Development Standards
- Marana's State of the Town
- Transit-Oriented Development Update
- Marana's Drainage Manual Update
- Fallen Tucson Police Office Adam Buckner
- Coffee with... Steve Christy
- Inaugural Chairman's Cup
- 2024 Charity Golf Classic
- Upcoming Councils & Committees
- Industry News
- New & Renewing Members
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Power of Real Estate Summit Just Around the Corner
The 2024 Power of Real Estate Summit – co-presented by SAHBA & TAR – is quickly approaching. The April 19th event is shaping up to be a huge success. The Summit is designed to inform members of both organizations and other industry professionals, about the latest trends in real estate as well as issues affecting the housing market. Speakers include nationally recognized zoning expert and author M. Nolan Gray and Dr. Jessica Lautz Deputy Chief Economist with the National Association of Realtors.
Jeremy Sharpe of Sharpe & Associates will moderate a panel discussion featuring industry experts Kevin Kaplan of Long Realty Company, Jim Tofel of Tofel Dent Construction, and Anjela Salyer of Mattamy Homes. Thanks to our major event sponsors, including Tucson Appliance Company, Rancho Sahuarita, Tierra Antigua Realty, Mattamy Homes, BoomPix, and BizTucson.
Don’t miss out and sign up to attend or sponsor this event today! Exhibit booths are also available. Click here for more information on exhibiting at the event.
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Click here to view the The Power of Real Estate Special report in Biz Tucson! Scroll to the bottom to view the e-edition. | |
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SAHBA Member, Soloway Designs Awarded Remodel of the Year
The Best in American Living (BALA) Awards spotlight the most creative and talented building industry professionals who have redefined design excellence for homes and communities across North America. SAHBA Member, Soloway Designs was the Architect/Designer and Landscape Architect/Designer for the Remodel of the Year Award in the Entire Home, Over $750,000 category.
The winning home underwent a remarkable transformation, expanding from 2,485 to 7,560 square feet, that blends modern luxury with the charm of its 1949 roots. Click here to view photos and hear what the judges had to say.
Congratulations Soloway Designs! Check out the full winning roster here.
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SAHBA Assists COT Econ. & Workforce Development Efforts
Did you know that for more than a decade, SAHBA President David Godlewski has served on the City of Tucson Economic & Workforce Development Selection Committee? Godlewski is the appointee of the City Manager. In that role, he and fellow committee members, review dozens of proposals received by the City for financial assistance. The funds have been allocated by the Mayor & Council (approximately $600,000) to go towards projects that will enhance our economy, grow our workforce, and increase tourism. The proposals are carefully reviewed and analyzed. The Committee spends hours going through the details to make a recommendation to the Mayor & Council. The process for this round of funding has just been initiated with final decisions coming in the next few months during budget discussions.
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City of Tucson Low Impact Development Standards
Tucson is developing a Low Impact Development ordinance to enhance stormwater regulations, aligning with water conservation efforts. Planning and Development Services and Tucson Water aim to update codes to promote low-impact development principles and green stormwater infrastructure, an attempt to conserve water and enhance vegetation.
Stakeholder listening sessions on April 10th and 11th are intended to gather feedback and engage potentially affected individuals, with limited seating available, and additional meetings are offered upon request. You’re invited to attend one of the sessions (each limited to the first 20 respondents to the DOODLE LINK).
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Marana's State of the Town
Marana's State of The Town event was held last week in partnership with the Marana Chamber of Commerce. The theme of "Home Is Here" was featured by Mayor Ed Honea and insightful guest speakers from Chasse Building Team, Marana Food Bank, and CTI Inc. The key takeaways emphasized Marana's growth, the importance of relationships and family, and the anticipation of thrilling opportunities ahead.
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Transit-Oriented Development Update
SAHBA provided comments at the most recent Pima County Planning and Zoning Commission meeting on an agenda item focusing on a zoning code text amendment aimed at promoting transit-oriented development and increasing housing options along major transportation routes. The proposed Transit-Oriented Development amendment included guidelines and incentives to encourage residential development on existing properties. SAHBA successfully advocated for the inclusion of single-family residences in the language of the amendment and expanded the transit stop distance from one-quarter of a mile to half a mile. The motion PASSED 7-0. We look forward to working with the Board of Supervisors to see this amendment passed.
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Marana's Drainage Manual Update
The Town of Marana is implementing a Drainage Manual for all development projects to ensure consistency in drainage reports and offer guidance. SAHBA's membership is invited to provide feedback on the manual's technical aspects during two scheduled Q&A Sessions:
Session 1 - April 11, 2024 at 9 am
Click Here to Join the Meeting
Meeting ID: 287 529 569 663
Passcode: 9SpVCh
Dial-in: +1 646-838-1601,,822007667#
Session 2 - April 16, 2024 at 12 pm
Click Here to Join the Meeting
Meeting ID: 230 127 122 898
Passcode: 5BzjJH
Dial-in: +1 646-838-1601,,464136308#
Please send comments and feedback on the manual to SAHBA Government Affairs Director Brendan Lyons at brendan@sahba.org.
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Fallen Tucson Police Office Adam Buckner
SAHBA extends our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of fallen Tucson Police Officer Adam Buckner, who tragically lost his life while bravely serving our community.
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Coffee with... Steve Christy
SAHBA is hosting a coffee session with Pima County Supervisor Steve Christy on Tuesday, April 23rd, at 8:30 am in the SAHBA Board Room. Attendees are encouraged to bring up any business-related issues or concerns affecting Pima County and engage in discussions with Supervisor Christy about his efforts toward advancing economic development in the region. It's an excellent opportunity for dialogue and exchange of ideas.
Tuesday, April 23th
8:30 am - 9:30 am
SAHBA Office
2840 N Country Club Rd
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Inaugural Chairman's Cup
The Inaugural Chairman’s Cup golf tournament will be held at Stone Canyon on Monday, April 29. We are proud to partner with the Stone Canyon Community Foundation to offer SAHBA industry professionals the opportunity to play 18 holes on one of the most highly-rated courses in America.
Monday, April, 29, 2024
Stone Canyon
Click here to view our sponsor lineup!
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2024 Charity Golf Classic
The Charity Golf Classic that SAHBA members know and love is back! We are excited to be at the Omni Tucson National this Fall and we hope you will join us to raise money for the Peter D. Herder Scholarship Endowment Fund. The endowment awards scholarships to Pima Community College students pursuing a career in the construction trades.
Friday, September 6th
Omni Tucson National Resort
Check-in Begins: 7:00 A.M. | Shotgun Start: 8:00 A.M
Please call or email Courtney Kinion at 520-918-2363 or courtney@sahba.org to reserve your foursome or secure a sponsorship.
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Upcoming Councils & Committees - Mark Your Calendars!
Membership Committee - Tuesday, March 26 at 3:30 PM (Hybrid: In-Person at SAHBA Office or Teams)
Business Referral Exchange (BRE) - Tuesday, April 2 at 7:30 AM (In-Person at SAHBA Office)
Tech Committee - Tuesday, April 16 at 3:30 PM (Hybrid: In-Person at the SAHBA Office or Teams)
Membership Committee - Tuesday, April 23 at 3:30 PM (Hybrid: In-Person at SAHBA Office or Teams)
Remodelers Council - Wednesday, May 8 at noon (In-Person at the SAHBA Office)
Sales & Marketing Council - Tuesday, May 14 at noon (Hybrid: In-Person at the SAHBA Office or Teams)
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- New NAHB Chairman Carl Harris, a home builder from Wichita, Kan., introduces himself to the NAHB membership in his first video update. Click here to watch the full video.
- The Department of Energy (DOE) today issued a final energy efficiency rule for distribution transformers that explicitly heeded NAHB’s call to ensure that it would not impede the production of badly needed transformers. Click here to read the statement from the NAHB Chairman and their view on the rule.
- As a sign of the construction industry’s growing appeal among younger generations, more than 900 student attendees from around the country participated in the Student Competition at the 2024 International Builders’ Show. Click here to see which teams placed.
- On April 2nd, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) issued its annual income determination for Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) communities, which changes the calculation in ways that may make it more difficult for some residents and investors to participate in the program. The income determination changes the methodology for calculating year-over-year increases in income limits for LIHTC and other HUD programs. Click here to read the full analysis from NAHB.
- Construction sector jobs data showed that 31 states reported an increase in February compared to January, while 17 states lost construction sector jobs. Click here to read the full state-by-state employment data for February 2024.
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Welcome, New Members
Aries Builders LLC
Arizona Poolscapes LLC
Beacon Building Products
Haskins Electric, LLC
(Referred by Kimberly York, KB Home)
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Thank you, Renewing Members
Avanti Window & Doors
Excelsior Associates with United Real Estate
Gannon Utility Consulting, Inc.
Greenberg Financial Group
JW Civil
Life Director - Michael Whyde
LMF Builder, L.L.C.
Next 48 CO dba Williamson's Heating & Cooling
Nova Home Loans
Tank's/The Fairfax Companies
The Solar Store
Trench-Ade, LLC.
True Footage
VW Connect
Wallcon
WestLand Resources
Zonda
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