Legislative Updates
There are many timely issues that directly impact the homebuilding industry from steadily increasing cash proffers, to exclusionary zoning regulations, to exorbitant water and sewer tap fees, the actions of local governments can destroy the housing industry’s ability to provide a cost-effective, high-quality home for its customers.
The Home Building Association of Richmond monitors policies that affect the building and development industries in the following localities:
| Buckingham County | Charles City County | Chesterfield County |
| Cumberland County | Goochland County | Hanover County |
| Henrico County | King William County | Louisa County |
| New Kent County | Powhatan County | Richmond City |
If you have questions, comments, or concerns about local government, please contact HBAR Director of Government Affairs, Dean Goodson, at dgoodson@hbar.org.
HBAR BUILD PAC
An important component of our political activity is the HBAR BUILD PAC. By making a contribution you support efforts to elect candidates who understand the challenges faced by the housing industry and who understand the important role the housing industry plays in the continued economic prosperity of our region. The issues surrounding growth have become the centerpiece of many local campaigns. Opposition groups have raised substantial amounts of money to be spent supporting “NO GROWTH” candidates at the local level. The HBAR Build PAC supports candidates who are for responsible growth. There are several levels of giving available. To make a BUILD PAC contribution
(Authorized and paid for by HBAR BUILD PAC, VA 91-138.)
HBAR GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS UPDATES
As a service to our members, we send out a weekly email that details the latest happenings in local government and the political process. We also send out alerts on important matters on an as-needed basis. If you are a member and are not receiving this update and our alerts, please contact Dean Goodson at dgoodson@hbar.org to have your name added to our distribution list. Please be sure to provide your name and the name of your company.
Visit HBAV to see the latest legislative bulletins from this year’s sessions.
GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS LINKS
Federal
- President of the United States
- United States Senate
- United States House of Representatives
- Department of Housing and Urban Development
- National Association of Home Builders
State
- Governor of Virginia
- Lieutenant Governor of Virginia
- Attorney General of Virginia
- Virginia General Assembly – Find your Delegate and Senator
- Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation – Board for Contractors
- Home Builders Association of Virginia
Local