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The Shiawassee Economic Development Partnership (SEDP) proudly awarded its Project of the Year distinction to J.W. Morgan Construction for their instrumental role in revitalizing the Woodland Trails Condominium development in the City of Owosso. This recognition, sponsored by Huntington Bank, highlights excellence in executing complex construction and development initiatives in Shiawassee County.

Elizabeth Yassick

The 2023/2024 legislative session has officially concluded, marking the end of another impactful year for our association. By the time you read this, your government relations team will have already begun building relationships with incoming legislators. As we welcome the New Year and the start of the 2025/2026 legislative session, it’s a perfect time to reflect on the challenges, victories and progress of the past year.

Dawn Crandall

Earlier this summer, the state’s Licensing and Regulatory Affairs Department (LARA) submitted rules for final publication that would put the 2021-International Residential Code (IRC) into place as our Michigan Residential Code (MRC). This was their second attempt to move these proposed changes and your state association has steadfastly objected to this for nearly two years. The 2021-IRC, particularly its energy efficiency requirements, are inflexible and outdated.

Bob Filka

With last year being our 75th anniversary as an HBA, we have spent a lot of time reflecting on the leaders who have shaped our association into what it is today. Our past presidents have stepped up and used their time and talents to advocate on behalf of the building industry, showing dedication even during the toughest economic years. In 2024, Ken Staples and Greg Powell, two HBAM past presidents who exemplified these strengths, sadly passed away.

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Lower Energy Costs with Propane Rebates

Did you know over 5 billion gallons of propane are consumed annually in the U.S. residential market? While propane only accounts for about 5% of the total energy market in the U.S., propane country covers much more real estate than natural gas utilities. Public and private gas utilities find it too expensive to deal with low-density population areas that propane retailers can handle with much lower cost infrastructure. An above ground or underground propane tank installation puts gas energy on-site, avoiding the need f

Thomas Jaenicke

Representative Kristian Grant, District 82

Due to labor shortages, the recession in the early 2000s, challenges with material supplies, and many other issues, Michigan currently faces a housing shortage of roughly 150,000 units.

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A former high school in Farmington, which had been vacant for nearly 12 years, will soon be the site for Hillside Towns, a $16-million redevelopment project.

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As Kalamazoo/Portage and surrounding areas begin to recover after the devastating effects of the tornado, Home Builders Association of Western Michigan (HBAMWI) is offering information and resources to help homeowners in the community rebuild.

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As Kalamazoo/Portage, MI, and surrounding areas begin the recovery after the devastating effects of tornados, local home builders are warning residents about the risk of scammers posing as legitimate contractors.

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