The GHBA Benefit Homes Project has raised more than $12 million for local charities since its inception in 1980. Recently, with the sale of the Chesmar Benefit Home in Lago Mar, $300,000 was raised that …
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Houston Land Bank Opens RFQ for Builders and Developers to Acquire Property
The Houston Land Bank (HLB) is requesting Statements of Qualifications (RFQ), now through September 20, from builders/developers wishing to acquire land from the HLB for development or redevelopment under their traditional program. This qualification process …
Member Newsmaker: Caitlyn Stanley
Caitlyn Stanley, a benefits advisor at Benefit Concepts, may be a relatively new member of the GHBA (since 2020), but she came in swinging with her recent win at the Greater Houston Women’s City Amateur …
Member Newsmaker: Heath Melton
Heath Melton joined The Howard Hughes Corporation in 2015 and is currently the executive vice president, master planned communities residential in Houston. Heath is responsible for residential planning and development for the award-winning master planned …
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Donations from Houston Hurricane & Security Products and Rock Materials Further Benefit Homes’ Mission
Hundreds of Greater Houston Builders Association members donate year after year to the GHBA Benefit Homes Project. The Project builds homes through donated materials and services, and then sells the homes at market value; proceeds …
2021 LEGO Future Home Builder Competition Winner Showcase
The GHBA is excited to announce the 2nd annual LEGO Future Home Builder Competition winners! The Future Homebuilder contestants were incredibly creative with their designs and photos. Their written descriptions helped capture the imagination of …
Newly Passed HOA Reform Bill Effective September 1
In politics, like life, there is nothing new under the sun. We see policy ideas and proposals resurface in different iterations and combinations each legislative session. This session was no different and as a result, …
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City of Houston to Require Protection Against Freezing Pipes
Due to the aftermath and devastation caused by Winter Storm Uri, the City of Houston will now require protection on all water, soil or waste pipes that are subject to freezing temperatures and are located …
GHBA and Industry Partners Host Construction Hiring Event
It is no secret that one of the most significant challenges the residential building industry has been facing over the past several years is the cost and availability of workers. The fallout includes delays in …
COH Planning Department Recordation Appointment Change
For all Plat Tracker applicants, the Planning Department is aware of the extended wait times for scheduling recordation appointments on TimeTap. In an effort to address the issue and improve customer service, the Planning Department …
Local GHBA Members Honored at Texas Star Awards
The Texas Association of Builders (TAB) announced the 2021 Star Awards winners in conjunction with the 20th Sunbelt Builders Show™ at Hilton Anatole Dallas on July 15, 2021. The highly coveted Star Awards are presented …
Donations from Surface Systems of Texas and BPT Further Benefit Homes’ Mission
The Greater Houston Builders Association (GHBA), Benefit Homes Project has raised more than $12 million for local charities since its inception in 1980. This charity fundraiser benefits two local charities, HomeAid Houston and Operation Finally …
McCalle Fryar Wins ‘Excellence under 45’ Award
Texas Association of Builders Acknowledges Fryar’s Relentless Work for HomeAid McCalle Fryar at 2-10 Home Buyers Warranty, is the winner of the “Excellence under 45” award for her work with HomeAid Houston and Austin, the …
Texas Legislative Session is Over… for Now
Texas Legislature Adjourns Sine Die On January 12 at noon, members of the Texas Senate and House of Representatives gathered in their respective chambers at the Capitol in Austin to convene the 87th legislative session. …
Lago Mar and Chesmar Host Vendors and Trades
The Land Tejas Lago Mar Amenity Clubhouse was the venue that hosted dozens of vendors, suppliers and trades who donated to Chesmar’s Benefit Home. Land Tejas donated the homesite in Lago Mar. Patrick Mayhan, chairman …