NCBIA September 2021 BUILDER Newsletter by North Coast BIA

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North Coast Building Industry Association (NCBIA) BUILDER newsletter is the official newsletter of the NCBIA and is published monthly by the NCBIA. The NCBIA is an affiliate of the Ohio Home Builders Association (OHBA) & the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB).

NCBIA Office

5201 Waterford Dr. Sheffield Village, OH 44035 Phone: 440.934.1090 info@ncbia.com | www.ncbia.com

NCBIA Staff

Executive Officer Judie Docs | judie@ncbia.com Executive Assistant LaBreeska Bellan | labreeskancbia@gmail.com Administrative Assistant Ashlyn Bellan | ashlynncbia@gmail.com Marketing Associate Maria Sabala | maria.sabala.ncbia@gmail.com

2021 NCBIA Officers President Sara Majzun, BCT Alarm Services, Inc. Vice President Tim King, K. Hovnanian Homes - Ohio Division Associate Vice President John Toth, Floor Coverings International Treasurer Melanie Stock, Treasurer, First Federal Savings of Lorain Secretary Mike Meszes, Secretary, DRC Construction Co. Immediate Past President Jeremy Vorndran, 84 Lumber

2021 NCBIA Board of Directors

Dennis Willis, ActionCOACH TeamNEO Kelly Christy, Cleveland Custom Homes Dave Linna, Linna Homes & Remodeling Jason Rodriguez, Lorain County Joint Vocational School Mark Craig, Mark F. Craig, Esq. Jason Scott, North Star Builders Brett Adams, Genoa Bank Dave Weisenberger, Tusing Builders & Roofing Services

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Advertising Policy - The North Coast Building Industry Association reserves the right to reject advertising in the Builder newsletter based on content. Acceptance of advertising does not imply endorsement of the product or service advertised.

NCBIA Life Directors

Jeremy Vorndran, 84 Lumber Calvin Smith, Calvin Smith Builders Tom Caruso, Caruso’s Cabinets Bob Yost, Dale Yost Construction Liz Schneider Dollar Bank Mary H. Felton, Guardian Title Jack Kousma, Kousma Insulation Jeff Hensley, Lake Star Building & Remodeling Chris Majzun Sr., Majzun Construction Co. Chris S. Majzun Jr., Majzun Construction Co. Jim Sprague, Maloney + Novotny, LLC Randy Strauss, Strauss Construction Tom Lahetta, Tom Lahetta Builders, Inc.

2021 NAHB & OHBA Directors

These are our members who represent our local industry in Washington DC and Columbus.

Sr. NAHB Life Director

Randy Strauss, Strauss Construction

Ohio’s State Rep. to NAHB

Randy Strauss, Strauss Construction

OHBA Past Presidents Randy Strauss, 1996

2021 OHBA Trustees

Jeremy Vorndran, 84 Lumber Sara Majzun, BCT Alarm Services, Inc. (alternate) Jason Scott, North Star Builders

OHBA Area 2 Vice-President Enzo Perfetto, Enzoco Homes

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NCBIA Hall of Fame Members

Terry Goode Inaugural Class 2001

Bucky Kopf Inaugural Class 2001

Robert Nickoloff Inaugural Class 2001

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FAME North Coast Building Industry Association

Hall of Fame Nominating Form

Calvin Smith Ernie Parsons Inaugural Class Inaugural Class 2001 2001

Dan Strauss Inaugural Class 2001

Randy Strauss Dale Yost Inaugural Class Inaugural Class 2001 2001

Jim Schmidt Class of 2002

The North Coast BIA Hall of Fame was established to honor individuals who have made a lasting contribution to the housing industry through their work in building and development, public service and housing-related areas. To nominate an individual for Hall of Fame induction, you must be a member of the NCBIA in good standing, complete this form on both sides and return it to the NCBIA office by November 30, 2021.

Hall of Fame Candidate Name: Title:

Robert Yost Class of 2002

Chris Majzun Class of 2003

Bill Perritt Class of 2003

Gene Henes Class of 2004

John Sarnovsky Class of 2004

Chris S. Majzun, Jr. Andy Kerchmar Class of 2005 Class of 2004

LeRoy Forthofer Class of 2006

Ray Yunker Class of 2006

Mick Mackert Class of 2004

Larry Franklin Class of 2005

Company Name: Address: City/State/Zip: Phone Nomination Submitted by: Company:

Return the completed form to: Hall of Fame Committee c/o NCBIA 5201 Waterford Dr., Sheffield Village, OH 44035 Phone: 440-934-1090

Phone

Mary Felton Class of 2009

(continued on reverse side) Linda Kacher Class of 2009

Joe Scaletta Class of 2010

Rich Smothers Class of 2010

Jeff Hensley Class of 2020

Jeremy Vorndran Class of 2020

Table of Contents 6 - Letter from the President

7 - Clambake flyer 8 - Save the Dates 8 - Member News 10 - Proclamation: Associate Member Appreciation Month 11 - Executive Officer’s Report 12-13 - Building Materials Prices: Large Increase Year to Datel

14 - Membership Drive flyer 15-17 - NAHB Now: NAHB Opposes House Democrats’ Plan for $2 Trillion in New Taxes

18-19- Community

Planning in a Post-COVID World

Spike Update

19 - NAHB BuilderLink: Stop

Congress’ $2 TRILLION Tax Hike Plan

20 - NAHB Launches New

30 - What Members Are Saying

31 - NCBIA Calendar of Events 32 - OHBA Executive VP Column

35 - Do You Want on the List? 36 - IBS: Join us in Orlando!

Member Savings Programs with RingCentral

36 - Home Warranty Books

21 - WE NEED MENTORS!!

38-39 - Photo Gallery:

22 - Eye on the Economy: Is Inflation Pressure Easing?

22 - Eye on the Economy: Stabilization for Home Sales?

24 - Vacant Land Available

Home Appliance Sales & Service Member Mixer

40-47 - Photo Gallery:

Softball Game & Family Picnic

50-51 - Legislative Review

25 - The Signature Kitchen

51-55 - Message from

26-27 - NAHB

56-57 - Sedgwick Update

Suite Recruitment Competition is Back

Educational Opportunities Update

27 - Menu of Services 29

Welcome New Members! Thank You for Renewing! Sorry to See You Go!

Randy Strauss: Ohio State Rep to NAHB

56-57 - Hall of Fame Nomination Form

56-57 - Circle of Excellence Form

LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT

THE TEMPERATURE IS DROPPING but the NCBIA is Heating Up! We have officially made it to fall! You know what that means right? Sweater weather, pumpkin patches, and football! It also means that we are so close to our annual clambake! This is a fall favorite, and we were super sad that we had to cancel it last year! The flyer can be found later on in this newsletter so I would highly recommend you sign up for it! Bring your significant other, coworkers, or clients for a fun night out where you could even win some money! Now I would be remiss if I did not mention our Battle of the Builders softball game. We all know that this is my most favorite event of the year and this year was definitely the best one we have ever had! And I am not just saying that because my team won! Jon Sherer’s team put up one hell of a fight but in the end, team Majzun was victorious! It only took my team 5 years to take the W so I am 100% going to bask in this glory! All of the fantastic pictures from that day can be found later on in this newsletter! Maria Sabala, our NCBIA photographer, always does such a fantastic job of capturing the pure intensity and adrenaline that happens at this event and we are so lucky to have her!

Sara Majzun, BCT Alarm Services, Inc.

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We are so close to our annual Clambake! Bring your significant other, coworkers, or clients for a fun night out where you could even win some money!

The NCBIA is also looking to put on an education day at the end of this year. We are looking for members who think they might have a class or seminar they would like to share with our members. If you do please feel free to call my cell or email me and we can walk through some potential scenarios! We are open to any suggestions you might have! Or maybe you do not have a class to teach but there is something you would really be interested in learning about, such as a QuickBooks tutorial for example. Let us know what you are interested in and we will see what all we can add to this education day! Be sure to be on the lookout for more information on this! I absolutely love what I do with the North Coast Building Industry Association, and I am very pleased with how 2021 has turned out thus far! I am also very excited to announce that myself and my executive team of Tim King, John Toth, Melanie Stock, Mike Meszes, & Jeremy Vorndran will me staying in our same roles in 2022! We have accomplished some big things in 2021 and I am excited to see what else we will be cranking out the rest of this year and into the next! #TeamNCBIA

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Sat Sat Oct Oct 9 9 2021 2021 5:30 5:30 Invite your friends, family, co-workers, clients...

NCBIA

Clambake

45 PER PERSON

Amherst Eagles, 1161 Milan Ave., Amherst

EVENT SPONSORS

Dinner Options #____ Chicken Clambake Dinner

Includes: Broth, Chowder, Grilled Chicken Breast, Redskin Potatoes, Corn, 1 Dozen Clams, Rolls & Butter, & Dessert

#____ Steak Fry Clambake Dinner

Includes: Broth, Chowder, Steak, Redskin Potatoes, Corn, 1 Dozen Clams, Rolls & Butter, & Dessert

#____ Dozen Clams @ $12.00 per dozen #____ TOTAL PEOPLE ATTENDING

10 RAFFLE BOARD SPONSOR

Marketing Opportunities #____ Event Sponsors @ $649 - mark dinner choices above

Includes: 8 dinner tickets, recognition at the event, recognition in BUILDER newsletter, Listing on placemat, Table Signage, Banner (you provide) to hang at the venue

5 RAFFLE BOARD SPONSORS

#____ Rafﬂe Board Sponsors @ $249

Includes: Your company name on each and every reverse rafﬂe ticket sold from either $5 or $10 board at the event

#____ Dessert Sponsor @ $199

Includes: Listing on event placemat and signage on dessert table

#____ Table Sponsors @ $99

Includes: Listing on event placemat

DESSERT SPONSOR

#____ Yes, I will provide a basket for the Chinese Basket Rafﬂe

NOTE: NCBIA will create a basket for you for only $100 _____ Yes, please bill me for this

#____ Yes, I will donate a bottle of “booze” for our Booze Basket

Method of Payment: ___Payment Enclosed ___Invoice ___VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC

TABLE SPONSORS

Company Name: ______________________________________________________________________ Contact: ______________________________________________________________________________ Card No:_____________________________________________________________Exp. ___________ CRV#:______________ Zip Code:____________________Phone: _____________________________ Complete Billing Address ______________________________________________________________

Reverse Raffle!! BOOZE BASKET & Chinese!! Raffle Baskets!!

__________________________ Email: _____________________________________________________ Name on Card: __________________________ Signature:____________________________________

Email Completed form to judie@ncbia.com or mail to: 5201 Waterford Dr., Sheffield Village, Ohio 44035 or register online at www.ncbia.com Questions? Call 440-934-1090

Deadline for Reservations or Cancellations: Oct 1, 2021

Rev. 9/21/2021

Save the

Date!

Want to be a sponsor for any of these events? Let us know! Sponsor early to get maximum exposure!!!!! October 9 5:30 PM Clambake

Do you have some business news to share? Business anniversaries, accomplishments, awards, publications, etc.? Send to judie@ncbia.com. We want to hear from you!

ALL NCBIA PRIMARY MEMBERS!!!

Amherst Eagles 1161 Milan Avenue, Amherst

October 20

5:00 PM General Membership Meeting Ahern's Banquet Center 726 Avon Belden Road, Avon Lake

*All committee meetings held via Zoom, unless otherwise noted. If you would like to participate in a committee, please email Judie Docs at judiencbia@ gmail.com.

Check the website at www.ncbia.com for upto-date changes, additions, and corrections to these events!

Nominations are now being accepted for the NCBIA Board of Directors that need to be filled. Four 3-year directors are available (commitment beginning January 2021). Those considering a position should be able to attend all Board meetings that are held the second Wednesday of every other month at 5PM (subject to change if a conflict arises). Please email Executive Officer, Judie Docs at judie@ncbia.com Effective January 1, 2022 OHBA has increased what the local associations pay to them by $10. We will need to pass this onto our members and this increase will be reflected in your 2022 dues.

If anyone is interested in the tables and chairs which were in our board room please contact me 440-934-1090 or email judie@ ncbia.com. The 4 tables are approximately 6’x3’ and there are 20 upholstered chairs (no cost).

Old Republic Title is now Network Land Title. (more info to come)

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Visit NAHB.org/Amex to learn more Terms apply

EXECUTIVE OFFICER’S REPORT

THANK YOU,

Associates!

Associate members support the industry in many different capacities as trade professionals, business suppliers, service providers, product manufacturers and more. More than two-thirds of our association members are associates. Associates come from a variety of fields that builders rely on to do business every day. Those relationships are the key to what make our industry thrive and our association a community. The value associates bring is not limited to the products or services they provide; it’s also seen in their interest in contributing to the growth and success of home building. Without them, our industry doesn’t exist. Not only are these members important to the success of his business, but they represent the type of members who bring strength in numbers to local and state associations and NAHB. The more support we have in the industry, the more voices we have and the more we are heard. Building and remodeling homes is not a one-person job. It takes a network of people from all different backgrounds to provide the expertise, skills, and hands-on work to make a project successful. Although builders may be at the forefront of the charge, it’s the associate members who often complete the puzzle. Those working relationships allow all members in our association to provide high-quality, safe homes for people. Partnerships between members also benefit the projects they work on. Doing business with Associate members means you will have industry allies whose services reflect the attention and care they put into their membership. Associate members have a business ethic that exemplifies their high moral character. They will go out of their way to help us in any time of need. The more these relationships happen, the better our businesses become. I believe their level of service, products and pricing make us more competitive and they truly become a big asset to our business operations and success. The association is here to build homes and change lives. It takes more than just builders to accomplish this. By doing business with members, I know that we are on the same path to achieve those goals. During Associate Member Appreciation Month, I want to thank the members you rely on every day who contribute to not only your success, but the success of the industry.

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by Judie Docs, CSP, MCSP, MIRM, CMP, CGP

Associates come from a variety of fields that builders rely on to do business every day. Those relationships are the key to what make our industry thrive and our association a community.

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BUILDING MATERIALS PRICES: Large Increases Year to Date

lthough the recent drop in softwood lumber prices since mid May is helping bring costs down (after having driven them up drastically earlier in the year), the decline has been offset by large increases in the prices of several other building material products. The prices of these 10 have increased the most thus far in 2021, and all are up at least 30%: • • • • • • • • • •

Steel mill products Building paper and building board mill products Asphalt Plastic water pipe Fertilizer materials Laminated veneer lumber Thermoplastic resins and plastics materials Structural metal joists and concrete reinforcing bars Wood window and door frames Copper pipe and tube

Over the first seven months of 2021, the majority of these products’ prices have increased many times more than they did in 2020. The price change of steel mill products is the most glaring example, up 81.3% year to date following a 2020 increase of 11.1%. The prices of a subset of building materials were stable in 2020 but have seen substantial price increases in 2021. Some building materials and inputs to building materials have seen especially acute increases over the last three months. Of the goods analyzed here, nine experienced price increases exceeding 20% between April and July: • Laminated veneer lumber • Building paper & building board mill products • Fertilizer materials • Plastic water pipe • Fabricated structural metal • Other engineered structural wood members • Copper pipe and tube • Steel mill products • Aluminum base scrap

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Grand Prize: $1,500 Cash!!! Entering the contest is EASY!!! Just bring in a new member! For each PRIMARY member you bring in you will get 6 entries into the drawing For each AFFILATE member you bring in you will get 1 entry into the drawing Winner will be drawn at our October General Membership Meeting! *BONUS: For every FIVE members you bring in, get a $200 VISA gift card! Includes all new members you sponsor between January 1, 2020 and October 20, 2021 by 5:00 pm

JON SHERER: CHAIR GLOBO GYM

MATT HERB: CHAIR AVERAGE JOE’S

NAHB NOW

NAHB OPPOSES House Democrats' Plan for $2 Trillion in New Taxes

AHB is sounding the alarm to lawmakers as House Democrats within the Ways and Means Committee begin consideration of a massive overhaul of the tax code which would generate over $2 trillion in additional tax revenue over the next 10 years. While the legislation also includes critical and much-needed affordable housing investments, this is far outweighed by trillions of dollars in job-killing tax hikes — which risk broad harm to the still fragile economy — along with direct and indirect cost increases on housing. These changes are being considered to fund part of the Democrats ambitious Build Back Better plan, which focuses on what the White House refers to as “human infrastructure.” The most concerning tax changes in the plan would: • Increase the marginal tax rates on individuals as well as corporations; • Reduce 1202 gains for certain small business investors; • Increase the capital gains rate; • Expand the application of the Net Investment Income Tax to active income; • Limit 199A deductions; • Alter the estate tax that may affect family-owned businesses; and • Otherwise limit business losses. Many of these tax hikes will inevitably be passed along to new home buyers and renters and will result in a reduction of home building activity at a time when greater supply is urgently needed. NAHB is fully engaged with Congress and working to blunt or roll back these proposed tax increases. If the Democrats remain unified, the procedural process being used by the Democrats allows them to move forward without Republican support, avoiding the filibuster in the Senate. This process has been used various times by both parties to enact many policy priorities, including by Republicans to enact tax reform in 2017 and Democrats to overhaul the health care system in 2010.

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Government Affairs James W. Tobin III Executive Vice President & Chief Lobbyist Government Affairs

September 13, 2021 The Honorable Richard Neal Chairman Committee on Ways and Means 1102 Longworth HOB Washington, DC 20515 Dear Chairman Neal: On behalf of the more than 140,000 members of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), I am writing in opposition to the Build Back Better Act proposals to be considered by the Ways and Means Committee this week. While the legislation includes critical and much needed affordable housing investments, this is far outweighed by trillions of dollars in job killing tax hikes—which risk broad harm to the still fragile economy—along with direct and indirect cost increases on housing. The vast majority of NAHB’s members are organized as pass-through businesses, and the collective effect of the proposed tax increases on our members is alarming. Among the most concerning are the increases of the marginal tax rates on individuals as well as corporations; eliminating 1202 gains for certain small business investors; increasing the capital gains rate; expanding the application of the Net Investment Income Tax to active income; limiting 199A deductions; making changes to the estate tax that may affect family-owned businesses; and otherwise limiting business losses. Many of these tax hikes will inevitably be passed along to new home buyers and renters and will result in a reduction of home building activity at a time when greater supply is urgently needed. The committee should carefully consider how these tax hikes may exacerbate the ongoing housing affordability crisis facing the United States. NAHB strongly supports many of the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) provisions included in this package. The LIHTC is the most successful program to produce and preserve affordable rental housing in the country’s history, but it has historically lacked the resources to meet the overwhelming need for affordable rental housing. This bill takes meaningful steps to provide the program with the funding it needs. However, we remain concerned by retroactive tax changes to qualified contracts. We firmly believe that a fundamental principle of the program’s past and future success is the public-private partnership model, which depends on a mutual understanding that Congress will not retroactively alter the rules. NAHB also supports the long-term extensions included for many of the existing energy tax incentives. However, we oppose the structural changes made to the Section 45L new energy efficient home tax credit. Energy efficiency will not be served by relying on Energy Star for New Residential Construction as the sole means to qualify for the 45L tax credit. Every builder is familiar with energy codes, which has been the basis of qualifying for Section 45L since its inception. In contrast, Energy Star is a niche market—less than 10% of single-family and multi-family units were certified in 2020. The program has its merits but will never be adopted widely. Developers have indicated that the paperwork burden is onerous and would create an unnecessary layer of bureaucracy on top of the QC protocols already in place. Energy star adds restrictions on design choices that go beyond energy efficiency metrics.

Section 45L should remain an energy-focused credit. Designers and developers should also retain flexibility on the methods for achieving the expected energy performance levels. To that end, we believe that marketplace competition—including competition amongst various rating programs—is key to advancing energy efficiency. We believe this credit should continue to use the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) as the reference point. We also encourage adding additional rating systems beyond Energy Star, including specifically the two highest tiers for the ANSI-approved 2020 National Green Building Standard: Gold, which is currently 15% above the 2018 IECC, and Emerald, which is currently 20% above. We believe strongly that the 45L credit should be achievable in the construction of any new home or apartment unit being constructed. Under this proposal, 45L will fail to serve the purpose of incentivizing broadly increased energy efficiency. NAHB regrets the Committees decision to move away from a broad credit based on a metric common to every new home built: the energy codes. Thank you for considering our views. Sincerely,

James W. Tobin III

COMMUNITY PLANNING in a Post-COVID World

hat will residential communities look like after the COVID-19 pandemic subsides? Although sweeping changes aren’t likely, architects, planners and developers believe we’ll see: • • • •

A greater emphasis on remote working opportunities. Safer ways to socialize. Appealing amenities; and In general, creating places where people really want to be.

“I think there will be renewed appreciation for things we already have, particularly outdoor spaces that allow us to interact without making physical contact — specifically the front porch,” says Don Powers, AIA, CNU, LEED AP, founder and president of Union Studio Architecture & Community Design in Providence, R.I. Before automobiles, says Powers, Americans knew how to achieve the correct balance of being part of a community and being in their private realm. The front porch functioned as a social connector to neighbors and visitors passing by. Once automobiles came along, homeowners began entering from the rear where the garage was located, and lifestyles shifted to the backyard. He thinks the pendulum will swing back, and we are going to rediscover the street and the porch as an outdoor room. “When you’re on the front porch, you’re not in the street, but you’re not in the house,” he says. “You’re in a protected, semi-private space.”

Balancing Community and Privacy Some community-planning concepts are better suited to a post-COVID future, Powers says, specifically New Urbanism. “The movement has always been about re-forming the way we make communities to prioritize that kind of public and semi-public world, as opposed to the way that we, in the past 50 years, have de-prioritized it [by sending] everybody to the patio or backyard,” he notes. New Urbanist developments, which are purposely designed to create a sense of community, offer intentional gathering spaces but also plenty of opportunities for accidental interaction. Even multifamily buildings can provide a high-quality outdoor environment, Powers says, by incorporating: • • • • •

Walking paths and trails. Native plant materials. Good size trees. Pocket parks; and Community green space for residents.

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Ken Ryan, principal of KTGY Architecture + Planning in Irvine, Calif., and head of the firm’s Community Planning and Urban Design Studio, thinks new community planning will focus on development that moves forward in smaller increments. “A continued push for a variety of housing product and affordability will also be present with smaller homes,” says Ryan. “Some of these will be allowed with traditional single-family detached neighborhoods, where jurisdictions are now adopting bylaws such as horizontal apartments.” Products such as this, he says, maintain a reasonable density but allow residents to live in a single-family detached configuration that is more compatible and acceptable in certain established neighborhoods.

Working Remotely Will Increase Although Powers doesn’t expect significant changes in community planning, he does foresee at least one permanent shift: more people will be working from home. “I don’t think we’re going to be fully remote once we get a chance to come back together, but I do think it’s going to be a bigger component of people’s lives,” he notes. This could mean an evolution in the work-at-home environment as well as community design, which might include more co-working spaces that are not necessarily a central office, he says. Ryan agrees: “Floor plans will need to accommodate flexible space for Zoom Rooms and a better working-at-home environment.”

Community as an Amenity In addition to finding safer ways to socialize and create a variety of spaces for working remotely, other factors, such as demographics, will also impact community planning going forward. But it isn’t just a matter of housing types and the amenity mix. “Understanding emerging and changing population factors — such as race, gender and age — will play an even stronger role in new community development,” says Ryan. “Successful communities that excel will not only provide specific services or uses or housing products that respond to a particular demographic, but those that connect to the human soul.” Over the next decade, Ryan expects community development to focus on urban infill, attainability, and healthy environments. Urban infill will be especially prominent because cities must find ways to provide more affordable housing. Accessory dwelling units (ADUs) will also become more commonplace in single-family detached neighborhoods. Communities such as agrihoods that promote health and wellness will also be development drivers because they embrace outdoor activities, eating right and exercise — all of which have cross-generational appeal. “I believe home buyers are looking for ‘Community as Amenity’ — meaning that no matter how large or small and whether urban or suburban, every project needs to embrace strong fundamentals of great neighborhoods,” says Ryan. “This includes pedestrian orientation, attractive streets, meaningful open space, a variety of housing, a safe public realm, and design elements that connect to the human experience.”

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NAHB LAUNCHES New Member Savings Programs with RingCentral

n-the-go communication is essential for any business in today’s fast-paced market. Successful businesses must prioritize finding a communications solution that bridges gaps between different time zones and locations, while also simplifying communication to focus on productivity and profits. Through NAHB’s latest member saving program, RingCentral, it’s easier than ever for members to connect with their customers, prospective clients, and teammates. With RingCentral, there is no need to download an app. Users can easily connect simply by sending or clicking a link from their computer, tablet, or mobile device. RingCentral’s all-in-one platform enables teammates to instantly collaborate through messaging, file sharing and task management. They can also host live video calls with screen sharing capabilities, and in HD voice and video quality. Plus, RingCentral can integrate with hundreds of third-party apps like Salesforce, Google Workspace, and other industryspecific programs. NAHB members can take advantage of the following benefits: • 15% monthly discount on a new RingCentral Office service • $50 off the list price of any RingCentral phone • Current NAHB RingCentral users are eligible for discounts by calling and re-signing a 24-month agreement Find out more at RingCentral.com or call 800-417-0930. *NAHB members are eligible to receive a 15% discount off monthly fees for a new RingCentral Office service and get $50 off the list price on any RingCentral phone(s). RingCentral unifies voice, video, team messaging, integrations with essential apps, and more. Offer for a new service with a minimum contract of 24 months. Talk to a RingCentral representative for additional eligibility requirements. Be sure to mention your affiliation with NAHB.

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WE NEED MENTORS!!! BECOME A MENTOR IN THE NCBIA WORKFORCE MENTOR PROGRAM

Twenty (20) mentors are needed to pair up with 5 students in each of the building trades classes (Masonry, Carpentry, HVAC, & Electrical) at the JVS.

We all know we need more young talent in the industry and this is our opportunity to help make a difference!! PROGRAM GOALS: • Support students in the building trades programs throughout their Junior and Senior years at LCJVS

Mentor Expectations:

• Connect them with industry experts

• 2-year commitment to get a student from Junior year through graduation

• Strengthen job skills

• Join the building trade advisory committee for the class your mentee is in • Assist in getting the student placed for summer internship after junior year and placed in the workforce after their senior year • Twice monthly 15-minute Teams Mtg to check in on the below (no individual onsite or offsite mtgs) • Attendance • Set and monitor quarterly goal • What they have recently learned • What they can use help with • How academics are going • Lab visit for ½ day to engage with the class and teacher for ½ day • Job shadowing opportunities for the class as available • Attend mentor/mentee event for in person pairing

• Assist students in joining the workforce upon graduation

Please contact Tim King (440) 396-0832 or John Toth (216) 409-7277 for any questions and to volunteer for this program. Please register by 9/24.

EYE ON THE ECONOMY

IS INFLATION Pressure Easing?

s the economy recovers from the COVID-induced recession, the costs of business inputs and consumer goods and services are rising. However, the Federal Reserve has indicated that it expects these high rates of growth to be transitory, thus allowing the Fed to move less aggressively with respect to increasing interest rates and tightening monetary policy, which will help improve future housing affordability. The building materials market presents some parallels to the Fed’s take on inflation. Despite declining costs for softwood lumber in recent months, overall year-to-date prices for residential construction materials are up 12%. A closer examination reveals a fundamental shift underway: Unlike last year when lumber prices were rising the fastest, in recent weeks it’s a surge in steel prices — up more than 80% so far this year. Although prices for many materials continue to rise, there are signs that production bottlenecks could ease in the coming quarters. This would help alleviate upward pressure on material costs. The impact on these higher prices will ultimately affect consumer inflation. In a sign inflation may be easing, August core CPI increased 4% over the last 12 months, down from July's 4.3% pace. Although unwinding of bottlenecks will help, increasing rents will push up inflation in the months ahead, as existing leases expire, and new leases are offered at higher prices. The labor market is the other economic sector to watch in terms of future inflation. There are almost 11 million open jobs, a clear indication of the ongoing labor shortage. In the construction sector, the jobs openings rate is trending higher: There are currently 321,000 open jobs compared to just under 300,000 a year ago. And although we expect the nation’s unemployment rate to continue to decline to below 5% by the end of 2021, this will make filling these jobs even harder while increasing wage-cost pressures on business owners.

STABILIZATION for Home Sales?

fter a run-up in home prices, sales have gradually slowed over the course of 2021, albeit off an unsustainably strong pace at the end of 2020. Recent data suggest that this cooling of housing demand, amidst insufficient supply, is now yielding a new trend line for housing activity. For example, existing home sales in July rose 2% from the previous month. This was the second consecutive month of increase, despite inventory remaining tight at just a 2.6-months’ supply. New single-family home sales increased 1% in July to a 708,000 annualized rate, after three consecutive months of declines largely because of prospective buyers increasingly getting priced out and some builders limiting sales. However, sales were 27% lower than a year ago, and inventory (including homes not yet started construction) has now risen to a balanced 6.2-month supply. Provided home prices do not increase further (up 18% year over year) beyond incomes, new home sales should return to their pre-COVID modest growth trend in the quarters ahead. New single-family home size is increasing as a result of changes in consumer preferences spurred by the pandemic. Demand improved for inner suburbs and medium-density neighborhoods, as townhouse construction had the best quarter in 14 years. Custom home building posted a 4.5% gain when comparing the last four-quarter total (187,000 starts) to the year prior. And single-family built-for-rent construction increased 8% over the same time period. Finally, multifamily construction continues to expand, recording its strongest quarterly starts total since 1987. –NAHB Chief Economist Robert Dietz

–NAHB Chief Economist Robert Dietz

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Live Online Courses Class is in session. This fall gain the knowledge needed to take your business to the next level. Check out these interactive live online courses that are taught on Tuesdays and Thursdays by top industry experts: Understanding Today’s New Home Buyer (September 30) Business Accounting and Job Costing: A Road Map to Profitability (October 5, 12)

NAHB Education recognizes a Designee of the Year for its various professional designations. The awards honor builders, remodelers and other industry professionals who actively hold NAHB designations and promote the value of NAHB designations among clients, colleagues, builders’ associations, media and across the industry. The Educator of the Year award honors a quality instructor who promotes and contributes to the growth of NAHB Professional development. Its purpose is to highlight the value of education and the role instructors play in the overall success of NAHB’s education programs. Nominations are open.

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SEPTEMBER Update A recent news report caught my eye and piqued my continuing interest. The interest stems from two main areas: housing affordability, and the New York Times apparently encouraging housing affordability in the regulatory realm. From years of reviewing this topic, I sense a shift of opinions. I have been commenting, via letter, to the editor on various New York Times reports written on the subject of housing. Naturally, I asked they focus a bit more on the effect of regulatory impacts, but I never got a response. California, on the other hand, is the trend setter with regulatory inflated housing pricing. Impact fees in the tens of thousands of dollars, an average existing price of $800,000 and a race to singularly reverse climate change, are hallmark there. Their Governor, fresh from a recall victory, may sign some measures which will tilt the regulatory hand from local governments to the state with the goal of increasing the affordable housing stock by 3.5 million units over the next few years. While not realistic, it’s a refreshing number indicating how much affordable housing is needed due to regulatory neglect. This article also points to needed reforms. Next to the excellent read, The Color of Law, the article signals a realization that the role of government, through regulatory powers, has eliminated a class of Americans from a reasonable opportunity to own a home. Many local government officials claim restrictive zoning protects the interests of existing residents (NIMBYs), or school districts, who are unduly burdened by new residents.

by Vincent J. Squillace, CAE, OHBA Exec. VP

Ohio is a home rule state where overcoming the municipal power of zoning is a major challenge. Planning regulations with counties and townships is a lesser challenge. School districts feel the state continuously underfunds them, and they are always ready to take the state to court. Many in the economic development field do not consider housing development as ‘economic development’. Others, believe the state has no standing in the affordable housing arena. With that, we disagree. As I mentioned in my last column, some legislators are becoming aware of the critical shortage of affordable housing, while others have been with us all along. We are very direct with our response: zoning referenda is a killer of housing development; environmental regulations need a reasoned hand in enforcing them, and school districts need to recognize homes are where children live. They have a right to benefits, as do all school age children, without having to pay an admission fee. Our government leaders must also acknowledge the need to provide affordable housing for all. If that requires limitations on local powers or setting targets for achieving needed housing goals, so be it. This has been the efforts of OHBA for many years. Let’s hope we can fulfill our obligations as a state. Our statewide and legislative leaders will have to do just that, lead.

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SEPTEMBER 20, 2021 REPORT #9 LEGISLATIVE REDISTRICTING LIKELY HEADING TO COURT; CONGRESSIONAL WORK TO BEGIN A few minutes after the midnight deadline, the Ohio Redistricting Commission approved a four-year legislative map passed along party lines which is likely destined for a challenge before the Ohio Supreme Court. The new maps are for districts which will begin in 2023. The constitutional provision adopted by voters in 2015 gives the Supreme Court exclusive jurisdiction and would force the commission to reconvene if any map or district is determined to be invalid. With the legislature also likely to miss the initial September 30th deadline for drawing the Congressional map, the job will fall to the Redistricting Commission, which would have until Oct. 31 to adopt a 10-year map with the support of the commission's two minority members. Failure to meet that deadline, would kick the responsibility back to the General Assembly. Lawmakers would then have until Nov. 30 to adopt a map with the support of three-fifths of both chambers including at least one-third of Democrats. The General Assembly could also adopt a four-year map with a simple majority of both chambers under more stringent rules, which state the plan shall not unduly favor or disfavor a party or incumbents or unduly split or give preference to keeping whole governmental units. Those rules also instruct mapmakers to attempt to draw compact districts. Stay tuned and feel free to contact OHBA with any questions.

HB 107 Elevator Law (Baldridge, B.) To revise the Elevator Law.

LEGISLATIVE UPDATE

After passing the House before summer recess, HB 107 will be starting hearings in the Senate General Government Budget Committee this week. In prior hearings, the House committee heard concerns from elevator contractors from around the state who OHBA has been working with on HB 107. While residential elevators have been exempted already from the contractor licensing, OHBA has suggested changes to address the accessibility equipment also making up the business of the contractors who do the residential work. OHBA will continue to work on changes in the Senate to HB 107. HB 304 Smoke Alarms (Baldridge, B.) To amend the law regarding smoke alarms in residential premises. HB 304 is scheduled for its second hearing for proponent testimony this week in the House Commerce and Labor Committee. Over the summer, OHBA met with the bill’s sponsor to express concern over particular provisions of HB 304 which would mandate changes to the Ohio Building Code and Residential Code of Ohio dealing with installation of sealed battery smoke alarms in certain scenarios. OHBA explained to the sponsor the more appropriate venue for these types of changes would be the established petition process at the BBS and RCAC. OHBA will continue to work with the committee and representatives. The bill can be reviewed here: https://search-prod.lis.state.oh.us/solarapi/v1/general_ assembly_134/bills/hb304/IN/00/hb304_00_IN?format=pdf Interstate Pipeline Notice Legislation A final bill is being drafted for introduction which would require certain notice provisions for any new residential or nonresidential building development located in whole or in part within 660 feet of the center point of any natural gas transmission pipeline constructed or operated prior to the development. The bill’s sponsor and proponents have been in contact with OHBA asking for feedback. OHBA is paying particular attention to the timeframes and practical impacts if timeframes are not adhered to. Further, a similar bill has already passed in TN, and OHBA has been in page 50

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RCAC VACANCY FILLED BY CINCINNATI BUILDER With Bill Kaufholz moving to fill a vacancy in the architect spot on the Residential Construction Advisory Committee, Andre Frazier, of Frazier Homes, has been named the newest homebuilder member of the RCAC.

U.S. DISTRICT COURT ORDER VACATES THE NAVIGABLE WATERS RULE In light of this order, the Army Corp of Engineers and U.S. EPA have halted implementation of the Navigable Waters Protection Rule and are interpreting “waters of the United States” consistent with the pre-2015 regulatory regime until further notice. The agencies continue to review the order and consider next steps. This includes working expeditiously to move forward with the rulemakings announced on June 9, 2021. It is important to note Jurisdictional Determinations (JD) issued prior to August 30, 2020 will not be revisited, those issued on or after August 30, 2020, will be revisited by the U.S. Army Corp. Any JD yet to be issued will be made by the U.S. Army Corp under the Pre-2015 WOTUS rules. Discussions on how this will impact the recent actions in Ohio with the ERAC appeal and HB 175 are ongoing.

SAVE THE DATE Mark your calendar for OHBA’s Fall Board of Trustees Meeting on November 16, 2021 at the Hilton Easton, Columbus. Meeting material will be emailed out this week. The room block is open at the Hilton Easton. Room cut-off date is October 16th. Use this link to reserve a sleeping room- https://www.hilton.com/en/hi/groups/personalized/C/CMHCHHF-HBA-20211115/index.jhtml?WT.mc_id=POG Group Name is Ohio Home Builders Association and code is HBA or call the Hilton to reserve your room at (800) 445-8667. Request Ohio Home Builders room block. Room rate is $199 plus tax per night.

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MESSAGE FROM Randy Strauss - Ohio State Rep to NAHB

ello everyone -- See the following monthly talking points from NAHB. I find this to be a great tool to see what NAHB is doing for all of us, between our regular meetings. Best, Randy K Strauss Ohio State Rep to NAHB 1025 Milan Avenue Amherst, Ohio 44001 Office: 440-984-2575 Cell: 440-935-2929 randykstrauss@aol.com

Key NAHB Housing Issues

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Despite significant drops in framing lumber prices in recent months, overall building material prices are up roughly 20 percent in the past 12 months and lumber price volatility continues. NAHB has been laser-focused on this issue and our tireless efforts to encourage the White House to convene a home building materials supply chain summit has borne fruit.

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1. NAHB’s tireless efforts to work with the White House, Congress and lumber producers to increase production and bring prices lower are showing some positive results but the fight is far from over. 2. The Supreme Court struck down the CDC eviction moratorium in late August. What many of you don’t know is that nearly all NAHB members had been exempt from the eviction ban since March 2021. And we continue efforts to ensure that our members have the tools to access any emergency rental assistance funding and assistance that is available. 3. NAHB calls on Congress to help boost housing production by acting to fix the building materials supply chain, improve the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit and reformulate current homeownership tax incentives. The White House has heard our message and announced steps to create and preserve nearly 100,000 additional homes over the next three years. 4. Recruiting is the lifeblood of the Federation. Please participate in NAHB’s “ONE in 21” campaign to recruit at least one new member this year. 5. NAHB members are invited to sign a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion compact to enhance a diverse and inclusive membership that represents all communities that seek the American dream of homeownership.

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The White House has heard our concerns and recognizes the importance of finding solutions that will end production bottlenecks that have resulted in soaring material prices. At NAHB’s urging, a White House summit on building materials was held on July 16 with a diverse group of stakeholders. Representing the administration were Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo, HUD Secretary Marcia Fudge and Director of the National Economic Council Brian Deese. NAHB stressed at this meeting that it is imperative that lumber mill producers boost production in order to meet rising demand. Home inventories are lean and the U.S. housing market is more than 1 million single-family homes short of what is needed to meet the country’s demand. The summit was an important step forward. All the participants recognized the need to resolve supply chain bottlenecks and the issue of rising material prices and supply shortages has been brought front and center to the Biden administration.

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I want to stress that this White House summit on building materials was the culmination of a year-long effort where NAHB has been in the forefront in educating the public and policymakers about how rising lumber and building material prices are harming home builders, home buyers and the economic recovery. NAHB leaders have appeared on CBS This Morning and numerous times on Fox Business News. We have also been featured in Bloomberg, CNN Business, Fortune, CNBC and scores of local media outlets across the nation calling for action to address rising prices and supply shortages. Overall on the media front, we have earned more than $50 million in media coverage, with over 11,000 stories featured in national and local news. Effectively, we got $50 million in national publicity for free rather than having to pay for it. In the policy arena, we have reached out to virtually every member of Congress on this issue and held talks with top White House officials and Commerce Secretary Raimondo. Thanks to the outreach of NAHB and our grassroots membership, several House and Senate leaders have openly raised the issue of soaring lumber prices, housing affordability and tariffs with Secretary Raimondo and U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai. In fact, Secretary Raimondo addressed the NAHB Leadership Council on June 18 and said that “supply chain disruptions are at the top of my mind.” And we are also seeking swift action on the trade front. Tariffs on Canadian lumber shipments into the U.S. are exacerbating price volatility and increasing housing costs.

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The U.S. Supreme Court on Aug. 26 ruled that it was unlawful for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to unilaterally extend its eviction moratorium through Oct. 3, 2021. What you may not know is that thanks to the clout of NAHB, the CDC eviction moratorium has not applied to nearly all NAHB members since March 2021. In October 2020, NAHB filed a lawsuit contesting the federal eviction moratorium that began Sept. 4, 2020. In our case filed on behalf of all members of the association, a federal judge in the Northern District of Ohio ruled in March 2021 that Congress did not provide the CDC with the authority to issue such a moratorium. The court’s ruling prevented the CDC from enforcing its eviction moratorium order against NAHB members who were members at the time of the complaint -- but all other landlords nationwide had to comply with the CDC’s eviction ban. In other words, NAHB members who were members of the association as of October 2020 have not been subject to the CDC’s eviction moratorium since the federal court in Ohio issued its ruling in March. This court case clearly illustrates the value of NAHB membership. Separately, the recent Supreme Court decision means that NAHB members who joined the association after October 2020 and other landlords across the nation no longer must comply with the CDC’s federal eviction ban. However, all NAHB members and non-members must comply with state and local eviction moratoria.

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On the lumber price front, many of you may have seen media reports about the recent sharp drop in prices. • While this is good news, the lumber crisis is far from over. Though framing lumber prices are down significantly from their peak in May 2021 and the current price trend is positive, lumber price volatility is at an all-time high over the past 12 months. Meanwhile, the price of oriented strand board, which has also declined in recent weeks, is still more than 100 percent higher since April 2020. Moreover, many builders have not been able to take full advantage of the recent drop in framing lumber prices because producers are still selling off lumber that they purchased from mills when prices were at or near their peak. So, when buyers read that lumber prices are coming down, builders need to educate them about this price lag.

Looking ahead, the NAHB advocacy team – Government Affairs, Communications, Economics and Legal – will continue to work doggedly to keep pressure on policymakers and industry stakeholders to ease production bottlenecks and protect housing affordability. Learn more about what NAHB is doing to resolve the lumber crisis by visiting our lumber page at nahb.org.

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And while NAHB members are not bound by the eviction moratorium, it doesn’t mean they should or will be engaging in mass evictions. And even when a landlord initiates eviction proceedings, this does not always result in an eviction. For non-responsive tenants, filing an eviction is commonly only the start of the conversation for alternative options. Keep in mind that as of mid-March, members of NAHB were not required to follow the CDC order thanks to the win in our court case. NAHB’s multifamily members did not engage in mass eviction proceedings back then and today they understand that the eviction process is clearly the last option. Landlords are working diligently with tenants to help them apply for rental assistance and to offer payment plans. NAHB has actively advocated for emergency rental assistance to help renters and landlords impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic and to protect the viability and stability of the rental housing industry. Federal funds are available to assist renters. NAHB continues to urge members to seek access to the Emergency Rental Assistance Program through their local government and state housing finance agencies. While a large portion of the $46 billion that congress appropriated

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Landlords don’t want to lose a good tenant who is falling on hard times. They want to work with them. But oftentimes, many tenants who are in arrears on their rent payments become fearful and actively avoid any contact with their landlords. Landlords are then unable to provide their tenants options to assist them if they are nonresponsive. Which is why many of NAHB’s multifamily members are working to help connect their tenants with necessary funding to help ensure that their payments are current. To assist in this outreach, NAHB has provided our multifamily members a sample script that landlords can use to contact tenants and walk them through the steps to apply for assistance and/or request permission to apply on their behalf. The script, and other multifamily COVID resources, can be found on the Multifamily and Affordable Housing Resources for COVID-19 page on nahb.org. The bottom line is that property owners understand that evictions should only be made as a matter of last recourse and will continue to do everything in their power to help their tenants to access rental assistance and/or to enter into a reasonable payment agreement.

Congress Needs to Advance Policies that Boost Housing Production

to boost the supply of affordable rental housing and single-family housing for America’s hard-working families,” Fowke said.

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NAHB CEO Jerry Howard is calling on lawmakers to enact policies that will help home builders expand the housing supply, reduce the housing deficit and improve housing affordability and opportunity for all Americans. • In a July 14 hearing before the House Ways and Means Subcommittee on Oversight, Howard encouraged lawmakers to act on three key issues: 1. Fix the building materials supply chain. This is key to constructing more housing and reducing the housing deficit. Regarding the current lumber crisis, the U.S. must immediately engage with Canada to adopt a new softwood lumber agreement and stop the imposition of harmful tariffs on Canadian lumber. 2. Improve the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC). Congress needs to enact H.R. 2573, the Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act. The bill would finance more than 2 million additional multifamily units over the next decade by increasing the amount of credits allocated to each state and expanding the number of affordable housing projects that can be built using private activity bonds. 3. Reformulate current homeownership tax incentives. Recent tax changes have undermined the effectiveness of the mortgage interest deduction, resulting in fewer middle-class taxpayers itemizing and incentives flowing more to high-income households. A shift away from the mortgage interest deduction to a permanent homeownership tax credit that is targeted to lower- and middleincome Americans would make homeownership more accessible to hardworking American families. • The Biden administration has heard our message. On Sept. 1, the White House announced several steps to create and preserve nearly 100,000 additional homes over the next three years. • In an official statement, NAHB Chairman Chuck Fowke commended the administration for its newly announced plan to increase the affordable housing supply and said it is important that the plan includes tangible policies to incentivize new residential construction. • “We look forward to working with the administration in the effort

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NAHB’s “ONE in 21” campaign asks members to help recruit and retain at least one member this year. Membership matters, and everybody can make an impact. Visit the retention tips and resources web page to get started on your Retain ONE effort. You’ll find sample outreach materials and advice from HBAs with top retention rates. Make a difference – be a part of “ONE in 21.”

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NAHB’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Task Force was created in 2020 to establish best practices for developing policies to enhance a diverse and inclusive membership that represents all communities that seek the American Dream of homeownership. NAHB’s goal is to have a membership that accurately reflects the diverse communities in which we live and work. We want to improve the culture by ensuring a welcoming environment where every person can thrive in this industry and create a successful and rewarding career. The task force recently created a DEI Compact based on five guiding principles designed to foster and cultivate an association culture that promotes and encourages diversity, equity, and inclusion as a foundation of a strong NAHB Federation. NAHB members, affiliated home builders’ associations and industry professionals are invited to demonstrate their commitment to NAHB’s DEI initiatives by signing an electronic version of the NAHB DEI Compact. Adding your signature to the DEI Compact is voluntary and illustrates you also affirm the principles it outlines. You can learn more, read the DEI Compact and sign your name at nahb.org/dei.

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NCBIA Hall of Fame Members

Terry Goode Inaugural Class 2001

Bucky Kopf Inaugural Class 2001

Robert Nickoloff Inaugural Class 2001

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FAME FAME North Coast Building Industry Association

Hall of Fame Nominating Form

Calvin Smith Ernie Parsons Inaugural Class Inaugural Class 2001 2001

Dan Strauss Inaugural Class 2001

Randy Strauss Dale Yost Inaugural Class Inaugural Class 2001 2001

Jim Schmidt Class of 2002

Hall of Fame Candidate Name: Title:

Robert Yost Class of 2002

Chris Majzun Class of 2003

Bill Perritt Class of 2003

Company Name: Address: City/State/Zip:

Gene Henes Class of 2004

John Sarnovsky Class of 2004

Mick Mackert Class of 2004

Phone Nomination Submitted by: Company:

Chris S. Majzun, Jr. Andy Kerchmar Class of 2005 Class of 2004

LeRoy Forthofer Class of 2006

Ray Yunker Class of 2006

Larry Franklin Class of 2005

Return the completed form to: Hall of Fame Committee c/o NCBIA 5201 Waterford Dr., Sheffield Village, OH 44035 Phone: 440-934-1090

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Mary Felton Class of 2009

(continued on reverse side) Linda Kacher Class of 2009

Joe Scaletta Class of 2010

Rich Smothers Class of 2010

Jeff Hensley Class of 2020

Jeremy Vorndran Class of 2020

NCBIA Hall of Fame Nominating Form (continued) If you want to check on the criteria for your nominee, please contact the NCBIA office at (440) 934-1090.

Hall of Fame Core Criteria - At least ten (10) years of NCBIA membership - Served on committee(s) and/or councils during the time of membership for a total of seven (7) years - Chaired one (1) committee and/or council- or - Served as President - At least five (5) years as a board member - Must have achieved Life Spike Status

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List committees, councils &/or task forces that nominee has served on and indicate chair positions as they apply. committee/council/task force name

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- Involvement defined as something that takes a time commitment (not just a monetary one) - Speaking engagements, home show participation, LCJVS or EHOVE liaison, use of logo in advertising, etc.

Other Criteria Considered ~OHBA and/or NAHB involvement ~Sponsorships (e.g. sponsorship program or event sponsorships)

List NCBIA offices held office/directorship

~Task Force Involvement (e.g. Expansion Development Task Force) ~Special Stories/Circumstances (e.g. radio show, 24-hour house) ~Awards received (NCBIA & others) ~Complaints or lack thereof (NCBIA records will be checked for complaints)

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Awards Received (NCBIA and others)

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Eligibility ◊ The candidate must be a NCBIA member in good standing. ◊ Entry must have been created, produced, or marketed between November 1, 2020 and October 31, 2021.

Entry Preparation ◊ Complete entry must be received by the NCBIA no later than November 16, 2021. There will be no exceptions to entry deadline. ◊ Entry may be submitted via email with one attachment of required items, or in a binder delivered to the NCBIA office. ◊ Payment of the entry fee must accompany entry. ◊ Each entry must be sent separately, clearly marked with what category it is for and who is submitting it.

AWARD CATEGORIES BUILDER OF THE YEAR Entry Fee: $75 Entry Requirements: ◊ Candidate must be a full-time builder. ◊ Please submit a paragraph explaining why you (or the person you are nominating) deserves this award. Community Involvement: ◊ Provide a list of community events that your company was involved in. Customer Service: ◊ Provide two testimonials from homeowners whose homes you have completed within the contest time frame. Marketing: ◊ Provide a set of plans (front elevation & floor plans) without identifying your company name or location of home. ◊ Submit photos of front elevation, kitchen, master suite and one room of choice. ◊ Include an explanation of why this is your most impressive project during this time frame.

Entry Fee: $75

REMODELER OF THE YEAR

Entry Requirements: ◊ Please submit a paragraph explaining why you (or the person you are nominating) deserves this award. Community Involvement: ◊ Provide a list of community events that your company was involved in. Customer Service: ◊ Provide two testimonials from homeowners or business owners whose projects you have completed within the contest time frame. Marketing: ◊ Submit four photos (before and after) of your most impressive project. ◊ Include an explanation of why this is your most impressive project during this time frame.

Entry Fee: $75

ASSOCIATE OF THE YEAR

Entry Requirements: ◊ Candidate must be a member in good standing of the NCBIA. ◊ Please submit a paragraph explaining why you (or the person you are nominating) deserves this award. NCBIA Involvement: ◊ List committee(s) on which you have served. ◊ List special events with which you were involved. Community Involvement: ◊ Provide a list of community events that your company was involved in. Marketing: ◊ Provide 2 testimonials from satisfied customers.

BEST PRODUCTION HOME

Best Single-Family Product Design Under 2,000 square feet 2,001-3,000 square feet 3,001-4,000 square feet Over 4,000 square feet

Best Condo/Cluster Product Design Under 2,000 square feet 2,001-3,000 square feet 3,001-4,000 square feet Over 4,000 square feet

Entry Fee: $75 per entry Entry Requirements: ◊ Submit one copy of the floor plan. ◊ Submit color photo of each: exterior, main living area, master suite, kitchen, and rooms/area of your

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BEST CUSTOM HOME Entry Fee: $75 per entry Entry Requirements: ◊ Submit one copy of the floor plan. ◊ Submit color photo of each: exterior, main living area, master suite, kitchen, and rooms/area of your choice. ◊ Brief description of the project Best Single-Family Custom Home

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BEST COMMUNITY Categories: ◊ Best Single-Family Community ◊ Best Cluster/Condo Community Entry Fee: $75 per entry Entry Requirements: ◊ Submit description of community. ◊ Submit plat.

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Entry Fee: $75 per entry Entry Requirements: ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊

Must be a salesperson representing a builder Must be new home construction sales Total volume closed transactions between November 1, 2020 and October 31, 2021. All entry forms must be validated by the builder with list of transaction, total volume of transaction and date transaction closed.

BEST MARKETING Builder Categories Best Marketing Piece (online or print Ad, Brochure, Flyer, Newsletter) Best Website

Associate Categories Best Marketing Piece (online or print Ad, Brochure, Flyer, Newsletter) Best Website

Entry Fee: $75 per entry Entry Requirements: ◊ Submit copy of marketing piece

BEST KITCHEN REMODEL Entry Fee: $75 per entry Entry Requirements: ◊ Submit before and after photo(s). ◊ Brief description of the project Under $50,000 $50,001 - $100,000 Over $100,000

BEST BATHROOM REMODEL Entry Fee: $75 per entry Entry Requirements: ◊ Submit before and after photo(s). ◊ Brief description of the project Under $25,000 $25,001 - $50,000 Over $50,000

BEST BASEMENT REMODEL Entry Fee: $75 per entry Entry Requirements: ◊ Submit before and after photo(s). ◊ Brief description of the project Under $50,000 $50,001 - $100,000 Over $100,000

BEST ADDITION Entry Fee: $75 per entry Entry Requirements: ◊ Submit before and after photo(s). ◊ Brief description of the project Under $50,000 $50,001 - $100,000 Over $100,000

BEST COMMERCIAL BUILD Entry Fee: $75 per entry Entry Requirements: ◊ Submit one copy of the floor plan. ◊ Submit color photo of each: exterior & up to 4 interior photos. ◊ Brief description of the project Under 3,000 square feet Over 3,000 square feet

BEST COMMERCIAL REMODEL Entry Fee: $75 per entry Entry Requirements: ◊ Submit before and after photos. ◊ Brief description of the project Under $150,000 Over $150,000

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Pay by Credit Card Credit Card Authorization Name on Card: ________________________________________________________________________ Billing Address: ________________________________________________________________________ Card Number: _________________________________________________________________________ Expiration: CRV: _______________________________________________________________________ Signature: ____________________________________________________________________________ If you would rather call me with credit card information – 440-289-4284 - Judie

Mail completed form along with entry sheet to: 5201 Waterford Drive, Sheffield Village OH 44035 or email (judiencbia@gmail.com) by Tuesday, November 16, 2021

Company Name: ______________________________________________ Contact Person: _______________________________________________ Entries: Please check the categories below that you are entering.

□ BUILDER OF THE YEAR □ REMODELER OF THE YEAR □ ASSOCIATE OF THE YEAR BEST PRODUCTION HOME – SINGLE FAMILY PRODUCT DESIGN Under 2,000 square feet 2,001-3,000 square feet 3,001-4,000 square feet Over 4,000 square feet

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BEST ACHIEVEMENT IN NEW HOME SALES Bronze Award $1,000,000-$2,000,000 Silver Award $2,000,001-$5,000,000 Gold Award $5,000,001-$10,000,000 Platinum Award $10,000,001 and over

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BEST ADVERTISEMENT - Builder Categories Best Marketing Piece (Ad, Brochure, Flyer, Newsletter) Best Website

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BEST ADVERTISEMENT - Associate Categories Best Marketing Piece (Ad, Brochure, Flyer, Newsletter) Best Website

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BEST KITCHEN REMODEL Under $50,000 $50,001 - $100,000 Over $100,000

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NCBIA September 2021 BUILDER Newsletter

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