Phil Crone
In the wake of a pandemic, a costly 2021 winter storm, and a war in Ukraine, state and local officials say growth remains strong in Texas, but they’re concerned about the supply chain and potential construction setbacks. “If we can’t build homes, then the growth is going to stop,” said State Rep. Jeff Leach, R-Plano,…
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To celebrate Career and Technical Education Month, we’re excited to share an announcement from the National Association of Home Builders. Each year, the NAHB honors housing professionals who excel in teaching NAHB education courses. These courses are designed to keep builders on top of current trends while continually improving their skillsets. This year, three Dallas…
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Members of the Dallas Builders Association descended on Dallas City Hall on Monday, Jan. 31, for a Festivus-style airing of the grievances. The City of Dallas asked for feedback from stakeholders at the special called Government Performance and Financial Management Committee meeting. And builders did not hold back. “Nearly every day for the last two…
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Production builders across the nation are upping the ante on square footage for space-hungry buyers, says a new report from the National Association of Home Builders. According to Census numbers analyzed by NAHB, the median single-family square floor area increased by 9.3 percent since Great Recession levels, while the average home’s floor area is up…
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By Phil CroneExecutive Officer, Dallas Builders Association Amidst a market defined by rampant inflation and material shortages, builders should now prepare for duties (tariffs) on Canadian lumber to double from 8.99 to 18.32 percent. While relatively few boards of Canadian lumber find their way to North Texas, the move by the U.S. Commerce Department is…
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