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Attention Members!
The HBA of Chester and Delaware Counties is considering bringing back the Remodelers Council. If you are interested in joining the council to stay on top of federal and local regulations impacting remodelers please contact the Mike McGee, (610) 692-7733 or email mikem@builderpa.com.
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| New Remodelers Regulations
On March 31, 2008, EPA issued a rule requiring the use of lead-safe practices and other actions aimed at preventing lead poisoning. Under the rule, beginning in April 2010, contractors performing renovation, repair and painting projects that disturb lead-based paint in homes, child care facilities, and schools built before 1978 must be certified and must follow specific work practices to prevent lead contamination. |
| HBA & Suburban West Happy Hour
Volunteer Leadership and Staff from the HBA of Chester/Delaware Counties and the Suburban West REALTORS Association met last week to discuss ways for the associations to work more cooperatively. The group has tentatively scheduled a Joint Happy Hour, Thursday, May 29, 2008 at the Desmond Hotel in Malvern. Details to follow.
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Marple Reviews Development Plan
By Leslie Krowchenko
MARPLE - Part II of the Pulte hearing resulted in a five-hour, resident-centered review of the proposed development on Old Marple Road.
The national builder received preliminary approval from the commissioners in September 2005 to construct 58 townhouses and 160 condominiums on the 34.8-acre parcel.
The decision included 26 conditions and Pulte subsequently submitted documentation demonstrating its adherence to the stipulations. The developer was notified it had satisfied 22 of the conditions and attorney Marc Kaplan addressed the outstanding items last month regarding PennDOT approval, blasting, landscaping and the emergency access road. More...
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19th Annual Pyramid Awards 
The Pyramid Awards are set for Thursday, April 24, 2008 at the beautiful Drexelbrook in Drexel Hill. The format will be exciting and different this year with a 2-hour Cocktail Party including Gourmet Food Stations providing elegant dinner selections, followed by the Awards Presentation in a theatre-style setting. |
HBA is Looking for Bands!
The HBA is looking for bands to play at the 2nd Annual Battle of the HBA Bands, July 9, 2008. Four spots are available, no audition necessary, please contact the HBA offices if you are interested (610) 692-7733. Bands are selected on a first come first serve basis.
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2008 HBA Retreat & Golf Classic 
Register now for the Ultimate Networking Experience.
Join in the fun at Bare Foot Resorts in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.
If you are interested in participating or would like to Sponsor the event please contact Becky Bennington (610) 692-7733 or email beckyb@builderpa.com
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| Interested in Advertising in the Weekly Update?
If any HBA member is interested in advertising in the HBA Update please contact Kira Barbieri at (610) 692-7733 or email kirab@builderpa.com. Just $25 per week
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Save the Date:
*April 4th-2008 Legislative Breakfast
*April 18th-Customer Follow-Up
*April 22nd- Alternative to Infiltration
*April 24th- 19th Annual Pyramid Awards
*April 30th- May 3rd- HBA Golf Retreat
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SPECIAL THANKS!
The HBA would like to thank, AJACS Painting, Mingioni Construction, Bob Wagner's Flooring America and Advanced Mold Diagnostic for generously donating their time and resources to help repair the damaged HBA conference room.
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Communications News:
- The HBA is encouraging its members to submit articles of interest to be posted on the HBA website. If you have an article please contact Kira Barbieri (610) 692-7733 or email kirab@builderpa.com
- In association with the Community Service Committee members from the HBA will take part in the Upper Darby High School Career and College Exploration Fair, April 16th. If you or your company are interesting in participating please contact the HBA offices.
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Member Notification
The HBA will be launching a message board through the new website. In order to access the message board members will be required to enter their login information.
Login information is also required for the Government Affairs section of the HBA website. Please email kirab@builderpa.com if you do not know your login information. | |
