February 12, 2019
#1 Led by Hayes Construction, SAHBA Members Team up With Gary Sinise Foundation to Honor Veteran with Smart Home
In December 2016, while deployed in Afghanistan, Sergeant First Class Caleb Brewer was conducting a large-scale clearing operation when an improvised explosive device detonated beneath him leading to bilateral leg amputations, a traumatic brain injury and residual shrapnel among other challenges. Just four months later Caleb learned to walk on prosthetic legs and set goals for himself relearning how to surf, shoot, run, and rock climb.

In 2018, the Gary Sinise Foundation’s R.I.S.E. program ( Restoring Independence Supporting Empowerment) selected Hayes Construction as the project lead to build specially adapted smart home to provide independence for Caleb and a meet the needs of his wife and two young daughters. In addition, the following members also contributed to the project: Arizona Tile, Mourelatos Tile Pro, Cathey's Sewing & Vacuum, Design Modulars, Hinkleys Lighting Factory, HJK Architect
Northwest Exterminating, Reproductions Inc., Stan Greer Millworks, Strongbuilt Plumbing and Air, The Fairfax Co. and Westerner Products.

The home was presented to Caleb and his family on February 6. A special “thank you” to the Hayes Construction team and all of the other members who made this possible. 
#2 SAHBA Successfully Advocates for Expanded Sign Rights for Home Builders in Marana
The town of Marana has concluded an extensive update process to its sign code. Over the past few months, SAHBA worked diligently to protect home builder sign rights in Marana.  

Throughout the update process there were multiple attempts to prohibit the use of offsite directional signs within town limits. In meetings with Town staff and directly at public hearings with Mayor & Council, SAHBA argued the importance of offsite directional signs to our home builders and their ability to generate foot traffic and to provide necessary wayfinding for potential home buyers. 

While Council Members were concerned about clustering and potential cluttering of too many directional signs, they ultimately agreed to allow offsite directional signs as part of a home builder sign plan. Builders will now be required to submit a sign plan for approval by the Planning Director, however, offsite directional signs will now be allowed. 

Additionally, the number of signs allowed should be determined by each builder’s unique sign needs. The implementation of the new sign code as it relates to offsite directional signs will be a work in progress and SAHBA will continue to be engaged with Town staff to ensure home builder sign needs are adequately addressed. 

For questions or comments, please email shawn@sahba.org 
#3 Home Builders Look to Build on Momentum of 2018
From the February Issue of the TREND Report:

At SAHBA, we are happy 2018 ended on a positive note for Southern Arizona's home building industry. Singe family permits showed a respectable gain of 11% year over year.

Looking forward at 2019, the outlook appears positive but there are many factors that could make it difficult to achieve another year of permit increases.

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#4 Get Organized with Jennifer Phelps at the Home Show
Jennifer Phelps will be at the upcoming SAHBA Home Show, which runs from April 12-14 at the Tucson Convention Center.

Jennifer Phelps is the owner of Jennifer Phelps: Organize. Design. Reinvent!, which helps her clients create  beautiful, organized and inspiring spaces . 

Through redefining, organization, design inspiration, and lifestyle assessment, Jennifer incorporates her 4-Tier Signature process that helps you create a home or office that supports your success and reflects your very best self – a place you love and can thrive in, both personally and professionally. She believes that when you reinvent your space you reinvent yourSELF!

You can also read her simple tips on her blog entitled  “Because Life Is Messy: A Survival Guide.”
#5 Take Advantage of Vehicle Discounts
FCA US LLC is pleased to announce a special $500 cash allowance toward the purchase or lease of vehicles:

Between  Chrysler ,  Dodge ,  FIAT®,   Jeep®  and  Ram® , there's something for everyone. NAHB members and their employees can combine this stackable $500 cash allowance with the most current retail incentives and choose an  On The Job  program allowance. Plus, same household family members receive a $500 cash allowance, stackable with most local and national retail incentives, toward the purchase or lease of a vehicle.

NAHB member business owners and their employees also receive On The Job  program benefits. These benefits include:
  • No-Extra-Charge-2-Year Gas/Diesel Lube-Oil Filter Allowance
  • Up to $1,000 Commercial Graphics Program Allowance
  • Up to $1,000 Commercial Equipment/Upfit Allowance
  • $300-$1,000 Allowance on Select Mopar® Service Contracts
Other News...
A Message from Amy McReynolds to SAHBA Members:

I grew up in the Tucson community, left for a few years, and then came back. I came back to raise my kids in our community and I came back for our home building community.  We have a unique sense of camaraderie in our industry, fair competition of course but everyone knows everyone and we have all crossed paths both professionally and personally at some point. 

I’m sending this message today because one of our industry friends has been presented with a challenging set of circumstances. The link below is a GoFundMe account that has been set up for Jeff and Tracy DeSpain, Jeff currently works for Mattamy Homes and both Jeff and Tracy are Pulte Homes alumni. If you know them or even if you don’t, and you want to help, please click on the link below and make a donation. Thank you in advance for your consideration.
Click here to support Ease Her Pain organized by Larry...

EASE HER PAIN Meet Tracy Despain. Tracy is a 36 year old mother of two girls and loving wife to husband Jeff. Tracy was an energetic, fully involved mother, and wife in addition to actively assisting the teaching of children ages 5-8 with special ...

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John Wesley Miller Recognized as Legend in Energy
Former SAHBA Chairman and green building pioneer, John Wesley Miller, has been recognized by the Association of Energy Engineers as a 2018 Legend in Energy.

The  Legends in Energy  distinction is granted to qualified energy professionals who reach specific milestones and certifications related to practices and principles of energy management. 
Mark Your Calendars
SAHBA Mixer - Action Imaging Group

March 5 | 5:00pm-7:00pm
Action Imaging Group
3970 S. Evans Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85714

This is a great opportunity to network with SAHBA colleagues, generate business leads and create friendships!

Food & drinks will be provided.
More Member Benefits
NAHB Discount Programs

As a benefit of being a member, you have access to discounts and savings opportunities offered by many top companies. All programs, rates and prices are subject to change without notice.
NAHB members can access each program using the co-branded links below, or  download an overview of all discounts  including phone numbers and program codes.
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