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Florida Solar Energy Center to Offer FGBC Certifying Agent Course

The Florida Solar Energy Center (FSEC) will be offering The Florida Green Home Certification Training course and exam for becoming a Designated Florida Green Building Coalition (FGBC) Certifying Agent. FGBC is a nonprofit 501(C)3 Florida corporation dedicated to improving the built environment. Founded in 2000, FGBC is the leading certifier of green projects in Florida…

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Florida Home Builders PAC Announces Candidate Endorsements in State Cabinet Races

Press Release / Candace Yeager

The Florida Home Builders Political Action Committee (FHB PAC) is pleased to announce its endorsements for state cabinet primary races. The FHB PAC seeks to ensure a favorable environment for the home building industry. Republican Primary for Governor: Adam Putnam Democratic Primary for Governor: Gwen Graham Republican Primary for Attorney General: Ashley Moody Republican Primary

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Florida Home Builders PAC Announces Candidate Endorsements in State Cabinet Races

FHB PAC, FHBA News, Legislative / Candace Yeager

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FHBA Family Mourns Passing of Past President Paul Mashburn

FHBA News, Local HBA / Candace Yeager

Orlando home builder Paul Mashburn passed away July 1, 2018, leaving behind an impressive legacy of leadership in the history of the Florida Home Builders Association. Intensely involved in the work of FHBA for over 40 years, Mashburn held every key position and won every major honor in his tireless efforts on behalf of the

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David Weekley Homes Honors Trade Partners in Partners of Choice Awards

Awards, FHBA News, Local HBA / Candace Yeager

David Weekley Homes has announced the 24 winners of its 14th annual Partner of Choice Awards, through which the builder recognizes its trade partners and suppliers for excellent performance. Seventeen suppliers received the “A,A” Award, which recognizes suppliers for exceptional quality and service, and seven received the “A” award for either exceptional quality or service…read

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Transition in Focus for FHBA

Press Release / Candace Yeager

Transition in Focus for FHBA For Immediate Release: In response to the directive given at the Florida Home Builders Association’s Fall Board Meeting, held October 21, 2017, FHBA has transitioned its primary focus to advocacy efforts for its builder and industry trade members. The FHBA’s mission has always been to create an economic-friendly environment for

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SEBC, 40 Years and Counting

Press Release / Candace Yeager

SEBC, 40 Years and Counting For Immediate Release: Celebrating its 40th Anniversary of being the original regional trade show, the Southeast Building Conference (SEBC) was held on August 16-17, 2018 in Kissimmee, Florida and continues to be the place to grow the building industry. “We are proud to have celebrated this milestone with a sold-out

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With Construction Workers Scarce, Homebuilders Turn to Robots, Software

FHBA News / Candace Yeager

The construction of an American house embodies the spirit of the nation’s workers and the dreams of its citizens. It’s also perhaps the least-efficient endeavor in the U.S. economy. Dozens of workers turn a plot of land into a small factory, sawing wood, nailing it together, cutting holes for windows, running wires and pipes and installing

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Species Conservation Measures and Permitting Guidelines Public Comment Period

FHBA News, Imperiled Species / Candace Yeager

The public comment period for the Species Conservation Measures and Permitting guidelines runs from today, June 20 to July 20, 2018. The Draft Guidelines are now available in PDF format on the MyFWC page here: http://myfwc.com/wildlifehabitats/imperiled/species-guidelines/ Draft Alligator Snapping Turtle Species Guidelines Draft Eastern Chipmunk Species Guidelines Draft Harlequin Darter Species Guidelines Draft Homosassa Shrew

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FGBC Annual Awards Spotlight Top Florida Green Certified Projects

Awards, FHBA News, Local HBA / Candace Yeager

The Florida Green Building Coalition (FGBC), the leading certifier of green projects in the state, honored the top “Florida Green” certified projects. “Congratulations to the winners and our members who are dedicated to improving the green built environment, sustainability and promoting its positive environmental, social and economic impact in our state,” said FGBC President Jeremy

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