MenuThis site is provided as a resource to access important documents and communicate government affairs issues impacting HBASE members.
Government Affairs Email Updates:
Gov't Affairs Update - August 23, 2010
Gov't Affairs Update - August 16, 2010
Gov't Affairs Update - August 9, 2010
Gov't Affairs Update - August 2, 2010
HBASE Local Government Affairs Committee - Works on issues importance to builders and land developers at the local level.
A.. Issues/Documents
1. 2010 HBASE Local Government Affairs Community Development Policies
2. Metro Area Impact of Home Building in Sioux Falls
a. Comparing Costs to Revenue for Local Governments
b. Income, Jobs, and Taxes Generated
3. Draft 2035 Sioux Falls Metro Long-Range Plan (July 26, 2010)
4. Draft 2011-2015 Transportation Improvements Program (July 28, 2010)
HBASE Building Codes Subcommittee - Reviews the changes and modifications relating to residential construction in the 2009 International Residential Code (IRC).
2009 IRC Sioux Falls Ordinance
2009 IRC Sioux Falls Ordinance Synopsis
2009 IRC Harrisburg Ordinance
HBASE Legislative Committee - Reviews proposed state legislative bills and national legislation. Develops and maintain relationships with state and national officials.
A. State Issues/Documents:
1. 2010 HBASE Legislative Issues Statement
2. 2010 HBASE Legislative Bills of Interest (Bills listed become effective July 1, 2010)
3. 2009 Energy Efficiency Disclosure Statement
a. Frequently Asked Questions on the Energy Efficiency Disclosure Statement
B. National Issues/Documents:
1. EPA Lead Paint Rule (Effective April 22, 2010)
2. NAHB Summary of EPA's Proposed Rule for "Lead: Clearance and Clearance Testing Requirements for the Renovation, Repair, and Painting Program
3. NAHB Priority Action Items on AD&C (July 26, 2010)
