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Register today for the 2008 Sunbelt Builders ShowTM and Education Conference.
Volume Builders Council Meeting
September 11, 2008 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Dallas Country Club
Fall Board of Directors Meeting
November 6 - 8, 2008
The Gaylord Texan, Grapevine TX/DFW
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TAB Signs Historic Agreement with EPA and TCEQ
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The Texas Association of Builders (TAB), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) signed an unprecedented agreement on July 31, 2008 under which the organizations will work together to further educate, inform and assist home builders in meeting federal and state storm water requirements.
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Legislative and Regulatory News
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Builders Can Use New Tax Credit to Help Spur Home Sales
The Texas Association of Builders is Happy to announce that last week Congress passed the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008. This allows first time home buyers to take a $7,500 tax credit from the purchase of a single-family home, townhome or condominium apartment. Builders can use this new tax credit to help spur new home sales. Click here to see the details of the program.
Mandatory County Code Inspections Begin September 2008
Big changes are in effect for all homebuilders and remodelers who build in the unincorporated areas of the state. As of September 1, 2008, all homes constructed in unincorporated areas, or areas not subject to municipal inspections, must undergo a minimum of three inspections to ensure building code compliance.
It is imperative that you understand the new requirements and meet the mandated inspections. These new rules apply to any construction begun after September 1, 2008 that is located in an unincorporated area or other area not subject to municipal inspections. Click here for further information.
County Inspection Program 'Frequently Asked Questions'
TAB Leadership will be criss-crossing the state with stops planned for every local association.
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TAB's Contracts Package Available
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TAB's Contracts Package are now available to members through your local HBA.
The contracts and other forms are intended to encompass a variety of transactions that are typical in the field of residential construction and remodeling in the State of Texas. These documents have been prepared to include the changes to the law that were enacted during the recent Texas legislative session. It is anticipated that changes will occur in the future which will impact the utility of these documents. Therefore, your package includes a subscription so that when changes are made, you will receive the updated forms during your subscription period at no extra charge. Your subscription is good for two (2) years, through August 31, 2009. Click here for more information.
September 3, 2008
Government Relations Meeting
Austin Airport Hilton
September 11, 2008
Volume Builders Council Meeting
Dallas Country Club
September 24-28, 2008
NAHB Fall Board Meetings
November 6-8, 2008
TAB Fall Board Meetings
Sunbelt Builders ShowTM
Gaylord Texan, Grapevine
Click here for a complete 2008-2009 TAB and NAHB calendar.
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