Perhaps one of the most important benefits TBA provides to those in the shelter industry is a voice that gets heard in the political arenas and public debate. Our goal is to save builders' and home buyers' valuable time and money with a proactive stance that prevents unnecessary regulation of our industry for political purposes. We strive to make the American dream of homeownership a reality for all citizens.

What we do:

• Provide TBA members with advance information on shelter industry issues at all levels of government
• Offer professional and qualified input on the benefits of residential growth to the public debate
• Provide fiscal impact reports and analysis for proposed legislative and regulatory actions to local municipal governments and state agencies
• Actively fund the election of pro-business local and state candidates through our Political Action Committee
• Meet regularly with municipal leaders to discuss policies and proceedures
• Guide members through local procedures to save them time and money

At the local level, we review:

• Fees and requirements for plan review and permits
• Zoning and subdivision ordinances
• Comprehensive land-use plans
• Construction standards
• Public facilities standards

At the state level, we:

• Oppose impact fees and adequate public facilities legislation
• Support reasonable development bonds assessed by local governments
• Oppose local and state legislation that allows government versus market demand to control the timing of development
• Participate in various local and state boards and commissions that regulate the industry
• Oppose local efforts to implement regulations that supercede the Uniform Statewide Building Code and add to the cost of homeownership
• Support comprehensive broad-based revenues to reduce local dependence on the real estate tax (which provides a disincentive to approval of affordable housing stock)

At the national level, we:

• Support policies and regulations that encourage affordable housing and homeownership
• Support smart growth initiatives that promote efficient use of existing infrastructure

TBA offers countless opportunities to market your services to consumers as well as other members. In addition to the business contacts that you'll make from your membership, we provide a cost-efficient way to reach targeted customers.

The Cornerstone Foundation
TBA's premier sponsorship opportunity for companies who want to support the goals of the association through meaningful contributions.

The Big Home Shows
Homearama, The Mid-Atlantic Home & Flower Show and The Mid-Atlantic Home Remodeling & Interior Design Show. These annual events expose tens of thousands of consumers to your products and services. Opportunities to sponsor, exhibit and advertise abound.

Publications
Advertising opportunities to reach members and consumers through a variety of publications:

• Remodeling Magazine, a quarterly consumer's guide to residential remodeling in South Hampton Roads.
• The Tidewater Builder, a monthly newspaper carrying information and advertising directly to the industry's movers and shakers.
• New Home and more: A Guide to New Housing in Southeastern Virginia and Northeastern North Carolina.

Our Web site: www.tbaonline.org
Our Web site not only provides great information for our members it's also a great resource for local consumers. Links to your Web site from our online directory, as well as banner advertising, are available to reach the multitude of internet users.

Our New Home Video Web site: www.newhome.tv
Our online video website showcases new homes, new home communities and builder profiles for both buyers and sellers of new homes in Southeastern Virginia and Northeastern North Carolina.

Trade Event Sponsorships
A variety of sponsorship opportunities are available at TBA social activities and educational programs which are geared to get you exposure to industry professionals.

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TBA is the only local association to administer a statewide workers' compensation program, Building Insurance Association (BIA), a statewide general liability program and is the only local association that owns a 10-year home warranty program, HW10. These products are only available to members of a local home builders association.

Building Insurance Association Inc. (BIA)
Available to home builders, subcontractors, remodelers and suppliers, this product is the only workers' comp program endorsed by the Home Builders Association of Virginia. You owe it to yourself to compare our rates before renewing your coverage. The savings can more than offset the cost of membership dues.

Builders Insurance Association Inc. (BIAI)
General Liability Insurance available to builders who are member of TBA and other local home builder associations across Virginia. BIAI combines traditional insurance with comprehensive loss control methods to provide a comprehensive program for member builders.

HW10
TBA established the HW10 home warranty program in 1984 to provide a local home warranty program that is responsive to the needs of local builders and homeowners.
The program offers 10 years of warranty protection, providing your home buyers with peace of mind

• First-year coverage includes workmanship and materials, equipment, fixtures and appliances, piping, wiring, heating, cooling and ventilation and major structural.
• Second-year coverage includes mechanical and electrical systems and major structural.
• Years three through 10 cover major structural damage, defined as actual physical damage caused by failure of the load-bearing portions which affects their load- bearing function to the extent that the home becomes unsafe, unsanitary or otherwise unlivable.

PLUS,
A group health insurance plan offers group rates through the Home Builders Association of Virginia through a partnership with Anthem. Call 1-877-467-4228.

Keep up on news about the industry, your colleagues and your competitors through the monthly Tidewater Builder newspaper and the Virginia Builder magazine. A variety of certification programs are offered through the association, as well as through the National Association of Home Builders. The Tidewater Multifamily Housing Council and Remodelers Council provide industry-specific programs and seminars (as well as certification programs) throughout the year. The National Association of Home Builders offers members an online Resource Guide with information on everything from business management tools to market conditions and trends, as well as members-only discounts.

The relationships you build at TBA will last a lifetime and your membership can be as fun as it is fulfilling. The annual picnic, membership meetings, awards banquets and many other special events will provide you with the chance to meet others who share your interests in the industry. TBA members also have the opportunity to attend special industry previews at Homearama and the annual Mid-Atlantic Home & Garden Show. You can choose to be as involved as you like, from planning charity events to serving on committees and councils.

If you would like a membership application, call Stacey Turner at 757-420-2434 or download one in a PDF format here. TBA Membership Application

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