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November 2014

The Official Publication of the Home Builders Association of Northern Kentucky

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Inaugural Dinner

December 4 thDetails Inside

INSIDE THIS EDITION...4 ....... Letter from Brian Miller, Exec. Vice President

5 ...........................................Membership Update

7 .............................. Vote are in for Favorite Home

and Interior Design at HOMEFEST 2014

7 .................................... List your Homes for FREE

8 ..............................2015 Millenium Club Sign Up

9 ...................... 2015 HOMEFEST to Feature 3 Sites

12 .. December 2014 Continuing Education Schedule

14 .................................... Spike Club Appreciation

15 .......................... SMC Host Jeff Shore Workshop

17 .......... Annual Holiday Party and Inaugural Dinner

19 ......... Zoning Regulations Can Impact City Views

23 ............................... September Mix and Mingle

26 ................... Northern Kentucky Building Permits

27 ........................................... Calendar of Events

November 2014

The Home Builders Association of Northern Kentucky is open to the world, visit our web site for up-to-date information on HBA services and programs, including extensive public referral directory to Registered Builders, Registered Remodelers and Associate Members.

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The mission of the Home Builders Association of Northern Kentucky is to promote and enhance the integrity and visibility of the construction industry and the members of the organization through advocacy, communication, education and political action.

The Northern Kentucky Home Product and Service Buyers’ Guide is a special edition of the Northern KY Builder. Northern Kentucky Builder™ is an official publication of the Home Builders Association of Northern Kentucky, 2751 Circleport Drive, Erlanger, Kentucky 41018. It is published in the interest of the Northern Kentucky building industry and read by home builders, remodelers, general contractors, developers, engineers, bankers, Realtors,® architects, material dealers, subcontractors and manufacturers. All rights reserved. Copying or reproduction without the expressed permission of the Home Builders Association of Northern Kentucky is strictly prohibited.

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2014 Board of DirectorsJames Kegley, PresidentAdam Chaney, Immediate Past PresidentJason Yeager, Vice PresidentTom Spille, Secretary/TeasurerWalt Dunlevy, Associate PresidentArt Fischesser, Associate Vice PresidentPaul Metzger, Land Development Council PresidentJennifer Hennessey, Sales & Marketing Council PresidentPhil Drees, Builder DirectorBill Cullen, Builder DirectorSteve Brunson, Associate DirectorBeth Aderholt-Grindley, Associate DirectorBrian C. Jones, Associate DirectorPatrick Townsend, Associate Director

HBA StaffBrian A. Miller, Executive Vice PresidentJanis Beard, Membership DirectorMelanie Meyer, Director of Shows & Events, Sales & MarketingShawn Cox, Director of Professional DevelopmentDan Smith, Director of Finance Holly Woodring, Administrative Coordinator


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Recently, I attended a meeting at the US Fish & Wildlife Service (USFWS) Frankfort office to discuss Endangered Species Act issues arising from their rules about the Indiana Bat in Kentucky. With us were members from Louisville and our HBA of Kentucky Executive Vice President, Bob Weiss. As a result of their regulations you can only clear trees at particular times of the year between October 15th and March

31st. The USFWS is not enforcing or actively looking for violations unless a developer pulls a nationwide US Army Corps of Engineers (ACOE) permit. They have many options available to comply with the regulations but they are pushing you to simply pay them cash; up to $3,250 per acre to clear during summer months; half that much during the months just mentioned.On another front the USFWS is consider a “mega listing” of potentially new endangered species as a result of a threat of a lawsuit by two environmental groups. Dozens of these species live in Northern Kentucky. If these species become listed it will be more money out of your projects and more dates on a calendar when you can’t work.

Still another example of damaging regulations is a practical doubling of a list of plant species used to identify a wetland; where you can’t build. This list maintained by the ACOE used to be easy to identify the difference between an upland and a wetland; not the case today. They changed another step in the process as well. In many cases this leads to two years of testing; another two years you can’t develop or build.

What’s more, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has proposed a new rule which defines Waters of the US (WOTUS). At press time the proposed rule has been met by nearly 300,000 comments nationwide. Your HBA is submitting comments and is working with other organizations locally and statewide to help them do just the same. If the new rule were to go into effect there would be less land to develop as a result; more delays in construction and development.

Couple these things that are coming with all of the state local regulations, SD1’s consent decree with EPA, the whims of elected and appointed officials and a slow economy and it can get bad….really bad. You may ask why this is important to you. Maybe you don’t develop or build but you sell windows, mortgages, flooring or another product used in construction. Here is why it is important…you will sell less, make less and have less for future generations. How much? Consider this…nationwide 29% of the cost of a new home is from regulations. 60% of that is from land use and environmental regulations alone. For every $1,000 increase in the cost of a home in our metropolitan area 1,600 households are unable to purchase that home.

How long can the steady march of environmental regulation be sustained before the industry can no longer make a living building homes, stores, or industrial operations? Personally, I don’t know. I do know that the day of small developers is soon behind us already. A national builder or large commercial and industrial operator can comply easier than a smaller company. As an association that largely supports small business it definitely has us concerned.

Fortunately the National Association of Home Builders regulatory department is challenging the federal agencies, your state HBA is working in Frankfort and your local HBA is working to lessen the impacts of regulations upon your business. While you may not be directly involved or impacted by these rules you are definitely impacted. If affordability and the profit from building not only homes, but everything else dries up we will all be impacted. That is why it is important to vote. These agencies are watching the upcoming elections. It is also important to support the efforts of those in the HBA working on these issues. You may not have the engineering skills or knowledge about environmental regulations but many here do. They need your support and encouragement for our advocacy services at our Land Development Council, Building and Housing Codes Committee, State & Local Government Committee and our fledgling Commercial Council. They need your PAC donations for our political fundraising.

We all want a bright future for our environment and nobody wants dirty air or water but we also need to have a vibrant economy and thriving construction market to pass on to future generations. Should you have any questions on these issues please feel free to contact our office at 859-331-9500 or you can email me direct at [email protected].

Sincerely,

Brian A. Miller, Executive Vice PresidentHome Builders Association of Northern Kentucky

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N O R T H E R N K E N T U C K Y N O R T H E R N K E N T U C K Y N O R T H E R N K E N T U C K Y MEMBERSHIP UPDATES

MISSING IN ACTION

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RALPH DREES Receives Lee Evans Pinnacle of Management Excellence Award

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If you do business with any of the missing members, please encourage them to get back in the action at the HBA!

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Recently Ralph Drees was awarded the Lee Evans Pinnacle of Management Excellence Award and profiled in Professional Builder magazine. To read about the award and Ralph’s comments upon receiving the award scan the QR code.

New Member Orientation is not only for the new members who are recruited throughout the year, but also for members who have never attended a New Member Orientation. If you have a new representative, encourage them to attend one of these orientations. They will be amazed at the benefits and services the Home Builders Association provide for their members. The next New Member Orientation will be at the Homes Builders Association office, date to be announced soon.

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desire for city views has also spawned a complicated regime of zoning regulations throughout the region.

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On the northern banks of the Ohio River, a similar fight is playing out in the Cincinnati neighborhood of Mt. Adams. That debate surrounds a proposed zoning change which would increase the building-height restrictions in the neighborhood from 35 feet to 85 feet. Current residents have mounted a campaign to prevent this change from taking

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What’s the lesson from all of this? Pay attention to the implications created by zoning regulations. In Northern Kentucky -- which contains a large collection of separately governed cities -- the zoning regulations can be drastically different throughout a relatively small geographical area. Homebuilders and buyers need to be aware of this fact, especially when considering a house with a view. For those looking to protect their views, consider placing additional zoning restrictions on building heights. For those looking to develop residences with great views of downtown, consider pursuing a change in the zoning requirements to allow for taller structures.

Regardless of your views on this matter, the demand for views of the downtown skyline is unlikely to subside. This makes it more important than ever to keep informed when it comes to zoning regulations in Greater Cincinnati.

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Wireless applications for data collection Save 50% on set-up fees per device

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15% discount on a unique bundle of services

Since 2007 many HBA Chapters have partnered with NPP to offer members discount pricing on several products and services. NPP negotiates the rates, and makes them available to HBA members throughout the country.

This program is entirely free, and there is no obligation to purchase. To access the savings, register with NPP at www.mynpp.com. Included among the discounts available to participating HBA Chapter members:

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For more information about the program, feel free to contact NPP:

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accessories and masonry equipment”™

Thank you contractors, building owners and greater community for the opportunity to serve you.

Service, service and more service. That is the Janell mantra.

Cincinnati6130 Cornell Rd.Cincinnati, OH 45242P: (513) 489-9111

Dayton800 East 1st St.Dayton, OH 45402P: (937) 866-9111

Erlanger2930 Crescent Springs Rd.Erlanger, KY 41018P: (859) 341-9111

Cincinnati4686 Paddock Rd.Cincinnati, OH 45229P: (513) 651-9111

Columbus831 Harmon Ave.Columbus, OH 43223P: (614) 224-9111

Lexington970 New Circle Rd.Lexington, KY 40511P: (859) 254-9111

www.janell.com

Buy The Best

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Concrete formsConcrete chutesSilt fencingMortar MixersConcrete BuggiesFormwork drafting services

Cures & SealersChemicalsGroutsHand ToolsPower ToolsPourform plywood

PolyfilmConcrete blanketsStakesWall tiesSafety gearExpansion joint

CaulksDecorative Concrete SuppliesDecorative Concrete StampsMasonry Supplies

Can’t Find Qualified, Skilled and Trustworthy Employees? Tired of Craigslist and Monster? The answer is right under your nose!

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As the oldest trade school in continual operation in Kentucky, The Enzweiler Apprentice Training and Trade school has graduated thousands of individuals who now help shape the economy of Northern Kentucky. With a 95% job placement rate and more than 75% job re-tention after apprenticeship, our graduates are an outstanding addition to any company, large or small! Call today to find skilled labor to help your business grow and prosper!

Contact the HBA, Director of Professional Development

(859) 331-9500 x19 N O R T H E R N K E N T U C K YMEMBER

The September 16th Member Mix & Mingle was held in Campbell County at Arcadia, a Fischer Homes Community. Many came out to tour the new Fischer Homes model and the community. A Member Mix & Mingle is a good opportunity to introduce your place

of business to other HBA members. Plan to host a Member Mix & Mingle in 2015 and open up the possibilities of new business.

Fischer Homes at Arcadia Host September Member Mix & Mingle

MEMBER EVENTS









Rob Coppage, Regions Mortgage and Jo Ellen Thompson, Star Building Materials

Pat Parshall, SMC Board Chair and Robert Nally, SMC Vice President

Fischer Homes sales team with Fellie Scites.

Janis Beard, HBA Membership Director, Melanie Meyer, HBA Director of Shows & Events and Laquinta Strickland, L & N Federal Credit Union.


WE FOCUS ON THE INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL NEEDS OF YOUR

BUILDING INDUSTRYLLH has been providing insurance and financial services to Kentucky’s building industry for over 50 years. Today, with all the challenges your business faces, it’s a good time to talk with us to create a plan that will put your company’s insurance, benefits and

wealth management programs in order.

www.LLHins.com

toll free (888) 499-6880 find us on

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SEPT. ‘14 SINGLE FAMILY # MODULAR

HOMES # MULTI FAMILY # CONDOS # COMMERCIAL # COMMERCIAL

REMODELING # RESIDENTIAL REMODELING

BOONE 28 $3,936,183 8 $2,081,110 3 20242651 39 11100154 52 1022619

CAMPBELL 9 $1,486,987 1 30000 4 1587053 7 $213,179 14 $178,083

KENTON 27 $6,828,792 2 1200000 2 $973,597 1 $4,747,194 37 $1,760,830 17 $310,473

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GALLATIN

MASON

OWEN

TOTAL 64 12251962 1 30000 6 2787053 10 3054707 4 24989845 83 13074163 83 1511175




BOONE 35 $5,866,573 10 $441,600 2 3038414 24 3026320 136 13046219

CAMPBELL

KENTON 30 $4,067,227 10 793798 29 $3,865,502 91 $9,339,708

GRANT 1 $772,000 1 15000 2 $60,000 6 $947,000

CARROLLTON

GALLATIN

MASON 2 $251,000 2 $135,000 1 $30,000

OWEN

TOTAL 68 10956800 1 15000 10 793798 10 441600 2 3038414 57 7086822 234 23362927

JAN-SEPT '14 534 $90,352,470 1 $30,000 39 $9,407,509 37 $6,667,720 33 $69,060,085 511 $104,065,196 891 $17,839,011

JAN-SEPT '13 581 $98,732,411 6 $448,000 108 $154,413,273 36 $5,203,907 37 $57,892,979 477 $98,576,991 957 $36,810,789

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(859) 371-7006 • www.tciky.com





BOONE 28 $3,936,183 8 $2,081,110 3 20242651 39 11100154 52 1022619

CAMPBELL 9 $1,486,987 1 30000 4 1587053 7 $213,179 14 $178,083

KENTON 27 $6,828,792 2 1200000 2 $973,597 1 $4,747,194 37 $1,760,830 17 $310,473

GRANT

CARROLLTON

GALLATIN

MASON

OWEN

TOTAL 64 12251962 1 30000 6 2787053 10 3054707 4 24989845 83 13074163 83 1511175




BOONE 35 $5,866,573 10 $441,600 2 3038414 24 3026320 136 13046219

CAMPBELL

KENTON 30 $4,067,227 10 793798 29 $3,865,502 91 $9,339,708

GRANT 1 $772,000 1 15000 2 $60,000 6 $947,000

CARROLLTON

GALLATIN

MASON 2 $251,000 2 $135,000 1 $30,000

OWEN

TOTAL 68 10956800 1 15000 10 793798 10 441600 2 3038414 57 7086822 234 23362927

JAN-SEPT '14 534 $90,352,470 1 $30,000 39 $9,407,509 37 $6,667,720 33 $69,060,085 511 $104,065,196 891 $17,839,011

JAN-SEPT '13 581 $98,732,411 6 $448,000 108 $154,413,273 36 $5,203,907 37 $57,892,979 477 $98,576,991 957 $36,810,789

BUSINESS MEETINGS AT A GLANCE / CALL 331-9500 FOR RESERVATIONS OR TO CONFIRM DATES

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Remodelers Issues,12 pm, HBA

Inaugural Dinner & Holiday Party, 5:30-10 pm, Summit

Hills Country Club

Remodelers Issues,12 pm, HBA

AGC/SIF Workplace Safety,10 AM - 1 PM, HBA

EPA Safe Lead Removal Certification Training,7:30 AM - 5 PM, HBA

Finance Committee, 3:30, HBA

Fireplace Replacement Tech-nology for the 21st Century,

1 - 4 PM, HBA

State and Local Government Committee, noon, HBA

Ambassador Club, Noon, HBA

Office ClosedChristmas Eve

Office Closed at 12 pmNew Year’s Eve

Office ClosedThanksgiving

Office ClosedChristmas

Office ClosedThanksgiving

LDC Board of Governors, 11 am, HBA

LDC - Northern Kentucky Caucus, 12 - 1:30 pm, HBA

Metal Roofing Options for Custom Building & Re-

modeling, 10 am - 1 pm, HBA

LDC Board of Governors, 11 am, HBA

Executive Committee Meeting 1:30 - 3:30 pm, HBA

AGC/SIF Workplace Safety Class, 10 am - 1 pm, HBA

Executive Committee Meeting 1:30 - 3:30 pm, HBA

Board of Directors Meeting,3:30 - 5 pm, HBA

Membership/Retention Meeting, 11:30 am, HBA

Membership/Retention Meeting, 11:30 am, HBA

Economical Solutions for Code Compliant Structures,

1 - 4 PM, HBA

Sales & Marketing Council, Noon, HBA

CPR/AED Training,2 - 5 PM, HBA

Sales & Marketing Council, 11 am - 1:30 pm, Location TBD

Smartphone Customization for Builders & Remodelers,

1 - 4 PM, HBA

Member Mix & Mingle, 5:30 – 8:00 pm, Florida Tile


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Erlanger, Kentucky 41018

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