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Florida Home Builders PAC Announces Candidate Endorsements in State Cabinet Races

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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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FHBA Family Mourns Passing of Past President Paul Mashburn

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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

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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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With Construction Workers Scarce, Homebuilders Turn to Robots, Software

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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

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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

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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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Legislative Summer Hiatus Does Not Result in Rest for Governmental Affairs

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It is that time of year, the beginning of summer break when members often ask what are the Governmental Affairs activities since the legislature in on its summer hiatus? Well, let me summarize this past week: Building Commission Activities: FHBA Director of Governmental Affairs, Doug Buck, and Code Consultant, Joe Belcher, began a two week …

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NAHB Recognizes Local HBA’s!

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Congratulations to Manatee-Sarasota Building Industry Association and the Builders Association of South Florida on being recognized by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Executive Officers Council! Best Home or Industry Trade Show HBA of the Upper Peninsula (less than 200 members) – 2018 U.P. Builders Show Manatee-Sarasota BIA (200-600 members) – Contractors Trade Show Best …

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