Building Business News March 2024

2024 International Builders’ Show

Attracts Largest Attendance in 15 Years

More than 85 Years of

Highlights from IBS: Local guy (relatively speaking) Carl Harris was elected chairman of NAHB for 2024; 16 KCHBA members had booths on the exhibit floor; two KCHBA were speakers at educational sessions at the show and one KCHBA member won an award during the show.

The newest council to form at the KCHBA, the Builders Council an opportunity for builder members to learn best practices and exchange ideas to meet the housing needs of the Kansas City metro.

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The state of Kansas came out on top in a pickleball battle for the ages during the KCHBA’s annual Build-PAC fundraiser at Chicken N Pickle in Overland Park last month. 14

Member News

Starr Homes Wins "Best of Houzz Design"

Tne annual Best of Houzz awards recognize the toprated home pros and most popular designs on Houzz by category and area across the country and around the world. Professionals who have won a Best of Houzz award will have a special badge on their profile. This is the ninth year in a row that Starr Homes has received this honor.

Homoly Named an NAHB Custom Home Builder Finalist

Homoly Design was recently named a finalist for the National Association of Home Builder’s Custom Home Builder of the Year award. As one of the top three finalists, Homoly noted in a social post, “We would not be here without our loyal trade partners, trusting clients, and outstanding and talented team. We are so grateful for all who have a hand in the projects we get to design and build.”

KCHBA Builders Council Strives to Elevate Industry

The newest council to form at the KCHBA is the Builders Council. This group provides an opportunity for builder members to learn best practices and exchange ideas to meet the housing needs of the Kansas City metro.

Sean Flandermeyer is a co-owner/partner with Elevate Design+ Build, LLC and currently serves as chair of the Builders Council. Shawn Woods, owner of Ashlar Homes, is the 2024 co-chair. The KCHBA spoke with both of them about what they are most excited about with the creation of the Builders Council.

Getting Involved

“I got a call about two years ago,” said Flandermeyer. “I’d been asked once [to get involved in Builders Council] and said I was too busy. But I knew that I needed to give back.” Flandermeyer believes what you give you get back more in return. “I’ve been helped and been able to help others… I like to see that exponential effect that works for other builders in town. Although we all compete together, I still think there is plenty of work to go around and if we can all become better with each other, I think it helps everybody at the same time.”

Woods has a similar viewpoint. “My Builder 20 Club is probably the best thing I’ve ever done for my business,” he said. He sees much of the same benefit with the KCHBA Builders Council. “We’re not revealing profit margins and we don’t get as in depth,” he said, “But the concept of it, of builders educating each other on what’s happening in the market, what trades are doing well and what’s struggling and our issues on job sites are the same,” he said. Woods believes the conversations happening are beneficial and a great way for new and longtime builders to get more involved with the KCHBA.

The Why

Kansas City is not lacking in quality built new homes. Talented homebuilders run their businesses here. “Builders in our market desire to learn more and grow. The ones who stick around the longest understand there’s more to the business than the craftsmanship,” said Flandermeyer. “We enjoy exchanging ideas. We go through a lot of similar pains, and it helps when we can bounce ideas off each other.” Flandermeyer has left meetings, only to receive a phone call shortly after from a fellow builder telling him how the last Builders Council conversation impacted their business in a positive way. It’s a collaborative platform many have benefitted from already.

“[Builders Council] has evolved from us identifying problems and trying to come up with solutions. We picked topics that had value to people. When they arrive at the meetings we want them to walk away with something that’s energizing their businesses and/or mindsets… I constantly see opportunities for [the Council] to grow,” said Flandermeyer.

Goals and Outcomes

The Builders Council only succeeds with participation from its members. “The number one goal [of the Builders Council] is to increase builder participation within the KCHBA. I’d like to see more builders in town. We need to collaborate to help grow our community. It doesn’t matter if you build hundreds of homes or 10 homes, I still think it’s valuable to have those connections,” said Flandermeyer.

Continuing to provide worthwhile conversation and information is the way to accomplish this. “Some [builders] are making a living, but they’re not always building a

business,” said Woods. “We hope the Builders Council will help educate those who have questions and ideas on how things could work better… If the builders are better, it makes for a stronger overall market for everyone,” said Woods. Flandermeyer knows the best business practices are out there, “but builders tend to chase a lot of fires.” These meetings are an opportunity to put those problems aside for a couple hours and focus on solutions that will save you future headaches.

Previous conversations have included a series on understanding indirect costs, a builder focused market forecast with Dan Whitney and how to retain industry talent. Several builders have implemented more formalized continuing education time for their staff after hearing from fellow builders. As a small business owner, knowing how to plan for employee benefits is a necessity and offering opportunities to enhance one’s professionalism and knowledge is a way to retain valuable workers.

If you’re a KCHBA builder member, we want you to join the next conversation. The Builders Council meets quarterly and has several more events and meetings scheduled for 2024.

If you have questions or would like to get involved as a builder member, contact Paige@kchba.org or call 816.742.2217.

Party at Senor Frogs!

More than 200 KCHBA members gathered for happy hour at Senor Frogs Tuesday evening during the International Builders Show in Las Vegas last month. A big thank you goes to SVB Wood Floors for sponsoring the event. We hope everyone had a great time. Visit the KCHBA’s Facebook page for more photos from the happy hour.

KCHBA Welcomes

Celia Byers to Staff

The KCHBA is pleased to announce the addition of Celia Byers to the staff as Events & Partnerships Manager. Prior to joining the KCHBA, Celia was senior director of planning and fundraising at Chappelow Events, where she managed a diverse portfolio of clients and events, overseeing all aspects from initial planning to execution. She also developed and implemented strategic fundraising initiatives, cultivated relationships with partners/sponsors and led teams of volunteers to ensure seamless event experiences.

Her contact information is as follows:

Phone: 816-733-2241

Email: Celia@kchba.org

Be sure to say hello and introduce yourself to Celia the next time you’re at the KCHBA!

April Webinar Series Connects Builders & Remodelers to Federal Incentives for Energy Efficiency

NAHB is hosting a free webinar series this April to connect home building professionals to federal incentives for energy efficient home construction and improvements available through the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). Three separate sessions will respectively focus on incentives for single-family new homes, multifamily new construction and remodelers. Register online at: https://www.nahb.org/blog/2024/03/april-energy-efficiency-webinar-series.

Single-Family New Homes Programs: Federal Incentives | ENERGY STAR | DOE Zero Energy Ready Homes

Tuesday, April 16 at 1 p.m. ET

This webinar will introduce you to the single-family new homes versions of both EPA’s ENERGY STAR and DOE’s Zero EnergyReadyHomesprograms—explainingwhichhometypesareeligibletoparticipate,providinganoverviewofthe key elements of the requirements, defining the fundamental components of the tax credit, and discussing how builders can get started.

Energy Efficiency for Remodelers: Federal Incentives | ENERGY STAR Home Savings Tool & Home Upgrade

Thursday, April 18 at 1 p.m. ET

The ENERGY STAR Program has developed two new offerings that can help home owners and contractors identify how they can best leverage significant increased federal incentives in the IRA:

ENERGY STAR Home Upgrade: A set of six generally applicable electric efficiency improvements that are designed to worktogethertodeliversignificant savings includingacertified heatpump,heatpumpwaterheater,smartthermostat, and windows, plus a well-insulated and sealed attic and electric-ready wiring/panel improvements.

2024 International Builders’ Show Attracts Largest Attendance in 15 Years

The 2024 Design & Construction Week, held the week of Feb. 26 in Las Vegas, marks the 11th year of the agreement between the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and the Kitch & Bath Show (KBIS). Builders, remodelers, developers and other industry professionals from more than 100 countries attended to see the latest products and services from more than 1,800 exhibitors and attend over 120 cutting-edge education sessions, visit show homes featuring the latest trends and innovations, and network with peers.

2024 NAHB Leadership Led by Wichita Builder

With more than 700 affiliated state and local home builders associations and more than 140,000 members across the country, NAHB represents the interests of the nation’s housing professionals through advocacy, education and research. Members of NAHB elected four senior officers to top leadership positions within the federation at the conclusion of its leadership meetings held during the week.

Taking the helm as NAHB’s Chairman of the Board this year is Carl Harris, a Wichita, Kan.-based small volume spec and custom home builder with more than 40 years of experience in the home building, remodeling and light commercial construction industry. As co-founder and vice president of the Carl Harris Co., Inc. and managing partner of Harris Homes, Harris has built homes in many communities around the state of Kansas.

“In this pivotal election year, our top priority will be to work with Congress and the administration to implement practical solutions to ease the nation’s housing affordability

crisis,” said Harris. “The best way to bring down shelter inflation is to enact policies that will allow builders to construct more homes. This includes policy changes such as repealing inefficient regulatory rules, speeding up permit approval times and providing resources for skilled labor training to address the severe worker shortage in the construction industry.”

KCHBA’s Presence at IBS

More than 200 KCHBA members attended IBS. Two members,Joe Christensen of Cardinal Crest and Travis Brungardt of Catalyst Construction, participated as speakers at education events during the show. Joe was part of the “Real World Strategies to Attract & Retain Top Construction Talent” education session and Travis participated in “Basement, Crawlspace or Slab? What’s Right for Your Build & Why” and “Before You Build: Site Considerations from Grade to Water to Sun.”

Sixteen KCHBA members had booths in the exhibit hall:

• 2-10 Home Warranty

• 84 Lumber

• Builders First Source

• Cambria

• Habitat for Humanity

• Huber Engineered Woods

• KC Lift & Elevator

• Kohler

• L&W Supply

• Lennox

• LP Building Solutions

• MSI Surfaces

• Pella Windows

• Residential Warranty Company

• Schlage

• Sherwin Williams

More than 200 KCHBA members gathered Tuesday evening at Senor Frogs for happy hour. A big thank you goes to SVB Wood Floors for sponsoring the event. We hope everyone had a great time. Visit the KCHBA’s Facebook page for photos from the happy hour and more.

Award Winners

HBS Dealer’s Golden Heart Awards celebrates individuals and companies showing a distinct community spirit of sharing and giving back to others. The 2024 winners were announced in January and celebrated in Las Vegas during the International Builders’ Show. McCray Lumber & Millwork was specifically honored for their work with Be Head Strong charity. The mission of Be Head Strong is to support, assist and provide aid to brain tumor patients and caregivers in the greater Kansas City community while working with doctors, hospitals and organizations seeking a cure.

Hatch McCray, owner and CEO of McCray Lumber, has served as chairman of Be Head Strong since 2009. The company not only contributes monetarily, but it provides support in a number of other ways, through adopting families and hosting events for patients and their families. Hear more of the story at tinyurl.com/mccrayheart.

Congratulations to McCray Lumber!

Also during IBS, NAHB named the winners of its 11th annual Best of IBS. The awards were presented during a ceremony held on the final day of the show. This year’s Best of IBS Awards received more than 230 entries. Decided by a panel of 36 independent judges made up of industry and media representatives, the awards were given in nine categories, plus the overall Best in Show winner.

Awards were given to exhibitors with a product or line that shows the best combination of design, functionality and innovation, as well as its usefulness to consumers and/or home builders.

Future IBS Dates

The winners are:

• Best in Show:

Solstice Shingle by CertainTeed LLC

• Best Business Solution Software Product:

TraceAir by TraceAir

• Best Energy Efficient Product:

Solstice Shingle by CertainTeed LLC

• Best Home Technology Product:

MB-79N Window with Infratherm Technology by BERTRAND Windows & Doors

• Best Indoor Product:

JascoPro Series SmartCycle Lighting by Jasco Products

• Best Kitchen & Bath Product:

Empervious by Emser Tile

• Best Outdoor Product:

Quick Click 6” Shadowline Soffit by ChamClad

• Best Window and Door Product:

Pella Installation System by Pella Group

• Most Innovative Building Material:

Protecto Wall VP by Protecto Wrap Co.

• Most Innovative Construction Tool: Integrated Layout System by Flashpoint Building Systems

During the show, NAHB and the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) announced an agreement to extend the co-location of IBS and KBIS for four years through 2030.

In 2025, Design & Construction Week will return to the Las Vegas Convention Center, Feb. 25-27. The 2026 event will move to the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando. In 2027 it returns to Las Vegas where it will remain until 2030.

KCHBA Raises $30,000 for Build-PAC

The state of Kansas came out on top in a pickleball battle for the ages during the KCHBA’s annual BuildPAC fundraiser at Chicken N Pickle in Overland Park last month. Harold Phelps, Phelps Engineering, and Brian Rodrock, Rodrock Homes, played for the Kansas team while Gary Kerns, Kerns Homebuilding, and Dennis Shriver, Hearthside Homes, played for on the Missouri team. The night ended with raffle prizes.

The fundraiser supports Build-PAC, NAHB’s bipartisan political arm, which helps elect pro-housing, pro-business candidates to federal office and is critical to NAHB’s success on Capitol Hill.

BUILD-PAC has been instrumental in electing candidates and members in leadership and contributed to 376 congressional candidates in the 2021-2022 election cycle.

Additionally, supporting Build-PAC supports our local HBA-PAC. Once the KCHBA reaches its Build-PAC goal, set by NAHB, a percentage of those donations return to the KCHBA to be used by our HBA-PAC to support local candidates.

Thank you to everyone who has supported this industry through contributions to Build-PAC and attended this year’s event at Chicken N Pickle.

As of March 1, Kelcee Allen, director of the Parade of Homes and the Artisan Home Tour, left the KCHBA to pursue another career opportunity. Kelcee was an employee of the KCHBA for 10 years. In addition to her role as director of the parade, she was the association’s digital content strategist and graphic designer. She will be missed!

Taking over as director of the Parade of Homes and Artisan Home Tour is Paige Livingston. For questions about either events, contact Paige at 816-733-2217 or at Paige@kchba.org.

Kelcee is going to continue with the KCHBA on a consulting basis to assist with the Parade and Artisan as well as assist with graphic design needs.

Good luck in your new position, Kelcee!

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NEW MEMBERS

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Country Club Homes

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Gregory Allen Enterprises, Inc

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Panoramic Doors

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Spectrum Paint Company

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BOK Financial Mortgage

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First American Title

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Gary Kerns Homebuilders, LLC

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Owen Lumber Company

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KCHBA Staff

Will Ruder

Executive Vice President will@kchba.org | 816-733-2216

Celia Byers

Manager, Events & Partnerships celia@kchba.org | 816-733-2241

Sheryl Drane

Assistant to the Executive Vice President sheryl@kchba.org | 816-733-2221

Kari English

Senior Director of Communications & Strategy kari@kchba.org | 816-733-2213

Marcia Jurgens

Vice President of Administration marcia@kchba.org | 816-733-2215

Paige Livingston

Director, Parade of Homes & Artisan Home Tour paige@kchba.org | 816-733-2217

Jordynn Webster

Director of Community Relations & Membership jordynn@kchba.org | 816-733-2218 The

Editor Kari English

Contributing Writer Paige Livingston Graphics Kelcee Allen, Kelcee Lynn Collective LLC

2024 Executive Committee

President Dennis Shriver

Vice President Justin Pfeifer

Executive Vice President Will Ruder

Secretary / Treasurer Joe Christensen

Immediate Past President Brian Tebbenkamp

Associate Representative Kevin Kirtley

Past President Representative Bruce Rieke To subscribe

Member Anniversaries

1948

McCray Lumber and Millwork

Western Chandelier Company

1964

North American Savings Bank

1973

Steve Foley Construction Co., Inc.

1974

Graham Construction Company

1976

Woods Custom Homes LLC

1977

Hensler Homes, Inc.

1979

The Hayes Company

1985

Martens Family Enterprises, Inc.

Robert Montgomery Homes, Inc.

1988

Bickford & Company, Inc.

1990

United Heating, Cooling & Plumbing Inc.

1993

SAB Homes, Inc./DBA SAB Construction, LLC

Suma Design & Construction Co., Inc.

1994

Gordon Energy & Drainage

1996

Century Roofing

Clay County Savings Bank

2001

Royal Metal Industries, Inc.

EPIC Landscape

2004

Bovard Insurance Group

Spire

2007

Cedar Creek Development Co., Inc CrossFirst Bank

2010

Associated Air Products

2012

Kansas Gas Service

Construction & Planning Services, Inc

2013

PCDI Homes

2014

Aspen Contracting, Inc.

Syler Construction, Inc.

JFE Construction

Buckley Roofing & Stucco

RAM Metal Products

2015

Fieldstone Homes, LLC

Still Contractors, LLC.

StrucSure Home Warranty

Pro Builders since 1994, LLC

Country Club Bank

2016

McBee Custom Homes Landmarketing, Inc.

Kansas Land Management, LLC

Huber Engineered Woods, LLC

Fidelity Bank

2017

CoreFirst Bank & Trust

2018

MOJO Built, LLC

Imperial Roofing

Kansas City Homes & Style

2019

Double O Construction LLC

Northland Management & Construction

Bravas

Spiess Custom Homes

Academy Bank

2020

RoyCo Roofing

KC Tech Systems

2021

Kennison Group LLC

LDH Construction, Inc.

Simplex Inc.

Accessibility Remodeling LLC

Century Homes, Inc.

ELITE PARTNERS ELITE PARTNERS

DIAMOND

Mike Bryant Heating & Cooling

Ferguson

PLATINUM

First Federal Bank of KC

Kansas Gas Service

McCray Lumber

Nebraska Furniture Mart

SVB Wood Floors

GOLD

Bovard Insurance Group Builders FirstSource

Capitol Federal CrossFirst

Fasone & Partners

Fidelity Bank

High Definition Drywall

K&E Flatwork

Kitchens & Baths by Briggs

Morgan-Wightman Supply Company

Northcraft Flooring & Design

Owen Lumber

Phelps Engineering

Rew Materials

Star Companies

Sun Lumber Company

United Heating, Cooling & Plumbing, Inc.

SILVER

Kenny’s Tile

Mead Lumber

North American Savings Bank (NASB)

Pacific Mutual Door & Window

PPG Paints

Schlagel

Shamrock Cabinet

Spire

Wilson Lighting

BRONZE

Commerce Bank

Complete Home Concepts

Denizen

DesignKC/Real Estate Book & New Home Guide

Henges Insulation

Hermes Landscaping

Locks & Pulls

NBKC

Pella Products of Kansas City

ProSource

Raynor Garage Door

ReeceNichols

Rocktops Granite & Stone Fabrication

SAPPHIRE

Bank of Blue Valley

Canaan Stone Works (CSW)

CommunityAmerica Credit Union

First American Title

RoyCo Roofing

SCI (Surface Center Interiors)

Upcoming Events

April 9-14

Foundations for the Future Week Parade of Playhouses, KC Made Competition

April 13

Student & Industry Luncheon

April 16

Casino Night Fundraiser hosted by the Young Professionals

Single Family Permits Start 2024 Strong

For the month of January, 310 single-family housing permits were issued in the eight-county Kansas City region — a strong start compared to the 185 issued in January 2023, according to statistics compiled by the Home Builders Association of Greater Kansas City (KCHBA). Johnson County was the highest permitting county in the metro area with 94 single-family permits issued.

After slipping from the top spot in December, Kansas City, Mo., was once again the top permitting city for January with 42 single-family permits. Spring Hill issued the second most with 38, followed by Blue Springs, 33, Overland Park, 21, and Lee’s Summit with 20 permits issued.

Go to members.kchba.org/calendar for the most up to date event information and to register.

Residential Building Permit Statistics JANUARY 2024

JANUARY 2024

Comparison of Single Family Building Units for Greater Kansas City

Comparison of Permits By Units Issued Year to Date 2017 - 2024 (Cass, Clay, Jackson, Platte, Johnson, Leavenworth, Miami, Wyandotte Counties)

^The Single Family number is units and includes both attached and detached units. %Multi-Family units are in buildings with 5 or more units. # Not available at time of report

Permit information reflects the most recent data at time of publication. In order to ensure accurate recording of residential building permit statistics, the HBA may revise monthly and year-to-date figures when updated data is made available. Copyright 2024 Home Builders Assoc of Greater Kansas City. All rights reserved.

House Approves Legislation to Expedite Federal Permitting Process

The House has approved NAHB-supported legislation that includes several amendments to the Clean Water Act (CWA) permitting process that will provide home builders needed clarity and confidence as they seek federal permits for home building and development projects.

The Creating Confidence in Clean Water Permitting Act (H.R. 7023) respects environmental protections and provides pragmatic solutions to the CWA Section 404 dredge and fill permit program and Section 402 National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program.

Specifically, the legislation will:

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Improve the Nationwide Permit (NWP): Home builders pull some of the highest numbers of Section 404 NWPs issued annually. To assist with planning and permit backlogs, this legislation codifies the duration of an NWP from five to 10 years and streamlines the reissuance process.

Reduce Permitting Uncertainty: The bill provides a defined timeline to when the EPA may veto a Section 404 permit, and places sensible timelines on when the EPA

may veto a Section 404 permit, and places sensible timelines on when judicial reviews may be filed. Having this predictability will allow home builders to reliably proceed with construction once a permit is granted.

Increase Confidence in NPDES Permits: In a major improvement to the Section 402 NPDES permit, this bill requires permit writers to provide clear and consistent parameters when issuing permits, while recognizing the use of best management practices. NAHB worked with lawmakers to add specific legislative language that would not affect how home builders use best management practices when managing stormwater runoff from construction sites. This will provide assurances to home builders that complying with their permits won’t include vague water quality standards, nor impose unobtainable numeric discharge limits.

The home building industry requires confidence in the CWA permitting process. H.R. 7023 respects environmental safeguards and makes significant strides in ensuring clarity in the regulatory process.

Source: NAHB’s NAHBNow Blog, March 22.

View wood and metal projects built by local high school students in construction programs. Projects can range from an end table to a bed or your favorite to win the People’s Choice award chase a ticket to Science City to view projects.

Presented by the Home Builders Association of Greater Kansas City (KCHBA), a non-profit organization focused on supporting the home-building industry Sponsored

The Students & Industry Luncheon allows students and educational leaders to make connections and speak directly with professionals in the home-building industry. Winners of the KC MADE competition and Parade of Playhouses will be announced during this time.