October 16, 2018
#1 Regional Building Code Update
City of Tucson: Mayor and Council recently approved the 2018 residential building codes. SAHBA was engaged in the review process from January through August. Chief Building Official Clayton Trayvillan presented the notable changes to SAHBA members in August and that presentation can be found here

The biggest impact on plan review will be model plans. A model plan may be issued for homes that will be constructed multiple times based on the same set of drawings. Read more ...
#2 Join Us for the SAHBA Cork & Fork Event!
Enjoy an entertaining evening with a Wine Pull and Chef Challenge featuring Tucson builders. The event will be hosted at Monark Premium Appliance and will include food catered by Chef Chic, a hosted bar, photo booth and much more!

This is a "can't miss" social event and guests are welcome! To learn more about the event, click here.

A portion of the proceeds will benefit Southern Arizona Construction Career Days.
#3 Apply to Serve on the NAHB Remodelers Board of Trustees
Are you interested in serving on the NAHB Remodelers Board of Trustees in 2019? The online application for NAHB committee and council board of trustees appointments  is re-opened for a limited time , Oct. 15-21.

Remember, current committee and council members interested in serving another year must resubmit their applications: There are  no  automatic multiyear appointments.
You must be logged in to  see this page or submit an application.

Questions about the application? Contact  Cyndi McKinley  at 800-368-5242 x8346.
#4 Spotlight Member...Dante Archangeli
Dante Archangeli is this week's "spotlight" member. Dante is the owner of Tucson Artisan Builders. Tucson Artisan Builders focuses on sustainable energy efficient homes that aim to be net-zero energy and net-zero water. Dante currently serves as the Chair of the Green Build Council and has been an active member of the PAC. 


Tucson Artisan Builders currently has a 3 story masonry home in the Mercado District under construction, is getting trade-partner bids for a downtown spec home, and is wrapping up the construction management of two roof-top solar projects.

A 6 lot subdivision across from the U of A Campus Farm is also in the planning phase.

Dante previously co-founded Milestone Homes. Milestone was a three-time winner of SAHBA’s Custom Builder of the Year award, a recipient of a  Sonoran Institute’s  first-year Building from the Best of Tucson award, and was featured in numerous magazine and newspaper articles. 

"What I like best about being a SAHBA member is the networking, especially with trade partners and other builders".

Click here t o learn more about Tucson Artisan Builders.
#5 Access the Pipeline of Talent You Need to Succeed
For months, SAHBA has developed meaningful relationships with training providers and non-profits who work with individuals seeking employment in the construction trades. We’ve heard from our members about labor shortages.

If you are ready to take the next step toward successfully filing your team with individuals looking to make an impact, call David at SAHBA today – (520) 795-5114. 
Other News...
WestLand Resources Open House

October 25 | 4:00pm - 7:00pm
WestLand Resources Tucson Office
4001 E. Paradise Falls Dr.
Tucson, AZ 85712

Come celebrate WestLand Resources 21st anniversary with hors d'oeuvres, cocktails & live music!
Mark Your Calendars
Oct 17 - Coffee With Mayor Rothschild

Nov 6 - BRE CANCELLED

Nov 9 - Cork & Fork Event

Nov 14 - Coffee With...Mike Ortega
More Member Benefits
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