Home Builders & Remodelers Association of Massachusetts (HBRAMA)

A new Hot Topic is available on the website! Read more about the Affordable Homes Act Become Law on our website: https://lnkd.in/esWfXw-P #HBRAMA #senate #afforablehomesact #afforablehomes #housingbond #housingbondbill #news #zoning #zoningact #smartgrowth #starterhomezoningdistrict #zoningdistrict #mbtacommunities

As summer continues to sizzle, there are numerous ways to ensure your home keeps running efficiently up until Labor Day! While maintaining a cost-effective home may seem challenging, finding a skilled green builder doesn't have to be. Especially now that younger generations are increasingly drawn to careers in the construction industry. This is due in part to the innovative aspects of modern construction technologies. The allure of new home construction is growing because of these advancements, and potential home buyers are showing a preference for new homes over existing ones. You can find further information on these fascinating topics here: https://lnkd.in/er5ukcG #HBRAMA #NEWHOMECONSTRUCTION #GREENBUILDING #CONSTRUCTIONCAREERS

Every year, dozens of workers die and thousands more become ill while working in hot or humid conditions. OSHA's Heat Illness Prevention campaign educates employers and workers on heat hazards and provides resources to keep workers safe. Read more about how to prevent heat illness here: https://www.osha.gov/heat #HBRAMA #OSHA #heatillness #heatsafety

The number of communities adopting the Municipal Opt-in Specialized Stretch Energy Code is growing. Since becoming effective on December 28, 2022, 42 communities have now adopted the Specialized Stretch Energy Code promulgated by the Department of Energy Resources (DOER) pursuant to the climate bill enacted by the Legislature in 2021. Read more about the adoption of specialized stretch energy code here: https://lnkd.in/ewvg67yk #HBRAMA #energycode #energyresource #DOER #climatebill

Governor Healey filed an omnibus economic development bill this past spring intended to grow the state economy and strengthen its competitiveness. Read more about it here: https://lnkd.in/ewvg67yk #HBRAMA #governance #massleads #zoningact #housebill

The Massachusetts House of Representatives approved a bill that would allow cities and towns to mandate the installation of fire sprinkler suppression systems in all newly constructed one- and two-family homes. H. 2289, An Act relative to enhanced fire protection in new one- and two-family homes, was passed by the House on June 26 on a voice vote. Read more about it here: https://lnkd.in/ewvg67yk #HBRAMA #twofamilyhomes #sprinklers #firesprinklers #mandateinstallation

The Massachusetts Senate unanimously approved its version of the Healey-Driscoll Administration’s housing bond bill, also known as the Affordable Homes Act on June 27. Read more about it here: https://lnkd.in/eEAdZBCS #hbrama #affordablehomesact #affordablehomes #housingbond #housingbondbill

A new Hot Topic is available on the website! Read more about the MA Senate passing the Afforable Homes Act on our website: https://lnkd.in/eEAdZBCS #HBRAMA #senate #afforablehomesact #afforablehomes #housingbond #housingbondbill #news #zoning #zoningact #smartgrowth #starterhomezoningdistrict #zoningdistrict #mbtacommunities 

Summer is here and we're spending more time outdoors. Learn warm weather maintenance tips for your trees and how to design the perfect porch for those long evenings outside. If you're looking to make a change, discover the benefits of log cabin living or choosing the right housing community. Our blog has all this and more. To read click: https://lnkd.in/er5ukcG #hbrama #consumerblog #homebuilders

Now is the time for our Members to claim for Q2’24. Members may claim for manufacturer rebates for residential jobs completed between April 1 through June 30, 2024. Q2’24 Claiming Deadline is Friday, August 16, 2024!   Claim Today, Don’t Delay! https://lnkd.in/eUDSj5Pv   #hbrama #hbarebates #Q2'24 #savings #claims #memberbenefit