For the first time, U.S. Army SFC Demitra Jarrett came home to Woodforest last week, accepting the keys to a newly built Coventry Homes’ design through the Operation FINALLY HOME program and receiving a few …
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GHBA Members Confirmed in City of Houston Commission Positions
On October 4, 2017, several Greater Houston Builders Association (GHBA) members were confirmed in City of Houston commission positions. Developers Mark Kilkenny, Mischer Investments LP, and Lisa Clark, Ryko Development Inc., were both re-appointed to …
GHBA is Talking About Harvey!
The word is out on Harvey! In the days and weeks since the storm passed, GHBA has been front and center with media outlets to address Hurricane Harvey recovery. Here’s what’s being said:
Houston Local Kevin Vick Named NAHB Remodeler of the Month
Kevin Vick, CAPS, CGR, CGP, of Vick Construction & Remodeling Inc. in Sugar Land, Texas, was named the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Remodelers October Remodeler of the Month. Vick was selected for his …
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GHBA Proudly Supports Members’ Rebuilding Efforts
It has been a challenging few weeks in Houston, to say the least. But, together, we have endured a lot. According to the Harris County Flood Control District, a total of one trillion gallons of …
2017-2019 TAB Contract Package is Here
TAB recently updated the Texas Residential Construction Contracts package for the current legislative session year 2017-2019. Every two years the contracts expire in order to adopt any new legislative changes that occur during session.The 2015 …
Applying for FEMA Assistance
Returning home after a disaster can be the most trying time. There is a lot to be aware of when getting back into your home, to ensure you are mitigating all potential issues. The Federal …
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How do I File Insurance Claims?
Article reposted from the Texas Department of Insurance. My Home was a Natural Disaster Depending on the kind of damage your home has and where you live, you may need to file more than one …
Disaster Loans Available to Businesses through SBA
Information reposted courtesy of the U.S. Small Business Administration How SBA Can Help SBA offers low-interest, long-term disaster loans to small businesses of all sizes, private non-profit organizations, homeowners, and renters to repair or replace …
Additional Disaster Links & Resources
Texas Association of Builders Texas Department of Public Safety | (512) 424-2138 Red Cross Salvation Army USA Better Business Bureau Federal Emergency Management Agency | (800) 621-FEMA Small Business Administration If your insurance policy information …
Property Damage: What to Do Next
Important information for those who have sustained damage: Contact 3-1-1 If you haven’t done so already, please call 311 to report flooding in your home, business or in the street. City damage assessment teams will …
The Tree Bill: A Victory for Property Rights
Texas Legislative Special Session Has Adjourned Sine Die On Tuesday, August 15, the Texas Legislature adjourned the First Called Special Session of the 85th Texas Legislature, concluding on the 29th day of the constitutionally mandated …
OSHA’s New e-Reporting Requirements for Workplace Injuries and Illness
OSHA issued a final rule in May 2016 to revise its Recording and Reporting Occupational Injuries and Illnesses regulation. The final rule became effective on January 1, 2017, and requires employers in certain industries to …
WCR Application Process Reset
The Houston Permitting Center is working to improve the Wastewater Capacity Reservations (WCR) application process. On May 1, the Houston Permitting Center launched a new process that introduced an appointment feature to schedule and process …
GHBA to Hold Review Sessions of COH Proposed Amendments to 2015 IRC
The GHBA Code & Standards Committee and the In-Town Builder Taskforce have begun weekly review sessions of the City of Houston’s proposed amendments to 2015 International Residential Code from 12 noon to 2 p.m. at …