Oct 18, 2016 8:35:01 PM
IF YOU PICKED UP a newspaper, read news headlines on the Internet or even visited any social media channels near the end of June, you probably heard about Brexit—the British exit from the European Union. While the pros and cons have been discussed ad nauseam, what hasn’t received much coverage is the effect on the homebuilding industry.
Jun 14, 2016 10:55:35 AM
Launched by the National Complete Streets Coalition in 2004, Complete Streets integrates people and places in the planning, design, construction, operation and maintenance of transportation networks. The coalition promotes the development and implementation of policies and professional practices that:
While the National Complete Streets Coalition offers policy suggestions, they are quick to point out there are many different designs in use and the community should determine what is most relevant to its needs. To date, more than 900 policies from more than 730 agencies at the local, regional and state levels have adopted Complete Streets policies nationwide. To find a community with Complete Streets near you, visit the Coalition’s Policy Atlas.
For more information, visit www.smartgrowthamerica.org.
Mar 2, 2016 10:33:07 AM
SINCE 2009, the state of New Mexico has offered a sustainable building tax credit to its builders. It has been a strong driver of sustainable homebuilding throughout the state. The program, operated by Build Green New Mexico, is both very popular and lucrative, with a maximum tax credit of $13,000 per house. So it was no surprise that the program ran out of money well ahead of schedule. When the state legislature was asked to extend the tax credit, state politicians stipulated that the water efficiency requirement be increased.
Feb 16, 2016 9:07:13 AM
Improving showerhead efficiency and overall water conservation are two well-known strategies for addressing water supply issues. However, there’s a third strategy that Evolve Technologies is tackling head on: reducing behaviorally driven water waste without requiring behavior change. Their innovative ShowerStart Technology not only reduces water waste, but also enhances comfort and confidence while improving fixture quality and aesthetics.
Jan 26, 2016 1:08:29 PM
THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF HOME BUILDERS’ Board of Directors passed a resolution on January 21, 2016 supporting voluntary water efficiency measures. The resolution provides state and local homebuilders associations the guidance necessary as they develop their own local water conservation policies.
