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The most current information regarding MBAPC.Wednesday, August 7, 2019On Friday, August 2nd, Pierce County hosted the third quarter Development Officials Forum in which several building officials from around Pierce County were present. Read more(0) CommentsThursday, August 1, 2019Inviting, accommodating and a feast for the eyes—wet rooms are showing up in more and more homes and wowing visitors at new-home showcases. Read more(0) CommentsThursday, July 25, 2019A new report released today shows the total economic impact of the construction of 24,000 single-family homes built in Washington State in 2018 was $8.4 billion. Read more(0) CommentsMonday, July 22, 2019MBA Pierce is collecting donations for Communities in School's Stuff the Bus school supply drive! The collection bin will be located in the MBA Pierce office (3711 Center Street, Tacoma) lobby through August 22, 2019. Read more(0) CommentsThursday, July 18, 2019The Master Builders Association of Pierce County (MBA Pierce) endorses housing-friendly candidates at the local, state and national levels for every election regardless of their political affiliation. Check out our 2019 Primary Endorsements here. Read more(0) CommentsThursday, July 11, 2019While single-family homes remain the most desired type of dwelling among home buyers, alternative living spaces are making headway. Accessory dwelling units (ADUs), also known as “granny flats,” “mother-in-law suites” or “secondary dwelling units,” are ideal for individuals seeking out a non-traditional living space. Read more(0) CommentsWednesday, July 3, 2019The Building Industry Association of Washington (BIAW) is proud to announce its 2019 Excellence in Remodeling (EIR) Award where we honored 27 winners and honorable mentions. The EIR awards program recognizes outstanding remodeling projects throughout the state. Read more(0) CommentsThursday, June 27, 2019Per a Comprehensive Plan Amendment, the City of Fife is currently considering to increase School Impact Fees from $2,640 per single family unit to $4,532 per single family unit. In the Seattle/Bellevue/Tacoma region where Fife is located, a $1,000 increase in home prices out 896 people. Read more(0) CommentsThursday, June 20, 2019Regular yard maintenance will boost your home’s curb appeal. In the summer months, between travel and warm temperatures it can be easy to ignore your lawn. Waiting for the beginning of the fall season for significant maintenance will not only make your home look neglected it could diminish its value. Read more(0) CommentsThursday, June 13, 2019If you’re thinking about buying a new home, one key decision you’ll have to make is finding a home builder. Working with an experienced, professional builder can make a difference when it comes to creating your dream home. Here are some steps you can take to find a builder who is right for you... Read more(0) Comments
