Council Approves EBR Permitting Update

By Advocacy

EBR Metropolitan Council unanimously approved the proposed ordinance increasing commercial and residential plan review and permit fees effective January 1, 2022.

During the public hearing/meeting, Karen Zito, HBA|GBR President and CEO and Larry Bankston, Growth Coalition, praised the progress made by the council and administration. Councilmember Dwight Hudson continued the sentiment and asked Rachael Lambert, Director of Development, to be acknowledged for her diligence in working with industry.

HBA|GBR previously shared information on the ordinance in this post.

To learn more about the new permitting fee structure and other industry issues, please contact Melissa Parmelee, VP of Community and Government Relations.

Construction Job Openings Surge

By Housing
The labor market continues to tighten, especially for the construction industry. The count of open construction jobs increased to 410,000 unfilled positions in October, the highest measure in the history of the data series (going back to late 2000). The housing market remains underbuilt and requires additional labor, lots and lumber and building materials to add inventory. Hiring in the… Read More ›