Posted by Michelle on Feb 24, 2021 in News
The City of Iowa City is seeking specific examples from Iowa City Area HBA members about what drives up costs to develop land and build a home in Iowa City. Currently, 93 home owners are priced out of being able to purchase a home for every $1,000 increase. Examples may include: Delay Costs (e.g. incurred from loan interest while waiting for city groups to approve plans) Development Policies (e.g. winding roads required instead of grid) Permit Fees Building Codes...
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Posted by Michelle on Feb 23, 2021 in News
The Iowa City Area HBA Parade of Homes & Remodelers Parade Application Deadline has been extended to Sunday, Feb. 28! Builders and Remodelers: Showcase your work and that of your subcontractors and gain publicity and business by entering. Dates for the 2021 Parade of Homes are: June 12 and 13 June 15 and 17 June 19 and 20 The Remodelers Parade is the SECOND WEEKEND, June 19 and 20. Times are: Saturdays: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Sundays: Noon – 5:00 pm Tuesday and...
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Posted by Michelle on Feb 22, 2021 in News
The 2021 Iowa City Area HBA Virtual Home Show has launched at ichomeshow.com! Today through Sunday, Feb. 28, visit and experience the event from wherever you want. The Greater Iowa City Area HBA puts on the event, presented by Collins Community Credit Union and Lepic-Kroeger, REALTORS. Sueppel’s Siding & Remodeling is the Kids Coloring Contest sponsor. Connect with top-notch, local exhibitors to get information and ask questions about building, remodeling, the...
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Posted by Michelle on Feb 15, 2021 in News
The Greater Iowa City Area HBA has elected Kevin McCreedy of McCreedy-Ruth Construction its 2021 Remodelers Council chair. The award-winning council, part of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Remodelers group, offers a network for members and seeks to improve the business and technical skills of remodelers through education programs. It also aims to promote professionalism and its members through a variety of avenues, including the annual Iowa City Area...
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Posted by Michelle on Feb 10, 2021 in News
The 2021 Iowa City Area HBA Home Show is virtual only – as in all online – Monday, Feb. 22 – Sunday, Feb. 28 allowing consumers to experience the event from wherever they want at ichomeshow.com. The Greater Iowa City Area HBA puts on the event, presented by Collins Community Credit Union and Lepic-Kroeger, REALTORS. “We are thrilled to be able to have The Home Show this year through our revamped website,” said Home Show Chair Devin Madsen of Collins Community Credit Union....
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