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Message from Don Tatro
Chief Executive Officer
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From all of us at BANN, we hope that you are safe and healthy during these unprecedented and challenging times. At BANN we have been working continuously through the constantly shifting regulatory environment, and keeping you up-to-date as these changes occur. We have been working with all levels of government, regulatory agencies, and industry partners to ensure that work can continue in the construction industry and to keep your workers safe. We are also looking ahead to ensure minimal disruptions for our members in the months ahead.
Thank you to all of the member companies that participated in our stand down to discuss the importance of new regulations aimed at keeping all construction employees safe. Your example showed the entire community how serious our industry is about the health and well-being of everyone on a jobsite and our community.
We hope you have found our resources helpful and, if you have not utilized them yet, please look over the pages of this newsletter for additional insight and information on a variety of topics. You will find information on small business loans, OSHA guidelines and signage in English and Spanish, clarity on executive orders from Governor Sisolak, and much more.
We all know there will be significant challenges and changes in the coming months, but you can be assured that BANN will stay committed to assisting and protecting our members and the industry.
As always, please feel free to reach out if BANN can be of any further assistance or if you have any additional questions.
Regards,
Don
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Upcoming Events
In regards to the growing concerns in our area and respect for our members, all events and committee meetings originally scheduled are tentative until further notice.
Thank you for understanding.
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COVID-19
INDUSTRY UPDATES
STAY UPDATED WITH OUR COVID-19 INFO PAGE:
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NAHB COMMUNITY
CORONAVIRUS PREPAREDNESS & RESPONSE
CLICK HERE FOR THE NAHB COVID RESOURCE PAGE
CLICK HERE FOR NAHB'S NOTICES AND GUIDELINES IN ENGLISH AND SPANISH
CLICK HERE FOR WEBINARS REGARDING COVID SAFETY & LOANS FROM NAHB
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OSHA
NEVADA OSHA HAS ISSUED COVID-19 CONSTRUCTION GUIDELINES
CLICK HERE TO REVIEW - YOU CAN ALSO CONTACT NV OSHA AT (775) 688-3700
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City of Reno is still open for business in Community Development. While the customer counters may be closed, we are still accepting and processing applications/plans for building permits, planning and mapping cases, and business licenses. Find out here on our website how to submit those documents during this time and how to get in touch with our team to get your questions answered.
https://www.reno.gov/Home/Components/News/News/19300/87
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Sparks: Community Services will continue to process building permits and development applications, however, until at least April 30, 2020, to reduce congestion at the building counter, any application or other submittal must be made through a scheduled appointment. Appointments may be scheduled by contacting the Building and Safety Department at
permitdesk@cityofsparks.us
or calling (775) 353-2306. Building inspections will continue as presently scheduled.
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Washoe County: Precautions have been implemented, they are encouraging the use of all online systems when possible, the building department is open and social distancing protocols have been implemented.
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Have you logged into the
MEMBERS ONLY
area on our websit
e
yet? You can manage your membership, pay bills, register for events, and more! There’s even an app for your phone!
Contact our office for more info or help
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NAHB-Led Coalition Asks Housing Be Designated 'Essential'
Article by NAHB
In an effort spearheaded by NAHB, 90 companies and organizations are calling on the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to designate construction of single-family and multifamily housing as an
“Essential Infrastructure Business.”
In a joint letter to Acting Secretary of Homeland Security Jack Wolf, the 90 organ- izations said this action is urgently needed to help stabilize the housing industry and its supply chain in the near term. “As cities and states issue declarations and public health orders as a result of the crisis, it is essential that communities have access to our professionals to build and maintain essential services including: building, plumbing, residential property management, rental housing operators, roofing, electrical, HVAC systems, waste/wastewater treatment plants and power generations,” the letter states.
“Home construction, including those industries listed above, should be designated as ‘essential’ because they are necessary to maintain safety, sanitation, and economic security.” To keep the housing sector running during this economic crisis caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, DHS should take the following actions:
Allow government functions
related to the building and development process, such as inspections, permitting and plan review services, to be modified to protect the public health.
Allow supply stores, distributors and manufacturers
of building products to continue to operate.
Let workers in the building trades
continue to maintain the essential operation of residences and other operating businesses.
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Construction Site Coronavirus Safety Tips
Article by NAHB
The Construction Industry Safety Coalition, of which NAHB is a leading member, has published guidance for construction employers, employees and contractors on coronavirus exposure prevention and preparedness.
The guidance
describes how to prevent exposure to coronavirus, protective measures to take on the job site, personal protective equipment, work practice controls, cleaning and disinfecting procedures, and what to do if a worker becomes sick. The documents are specifically tailored to construction job sites.
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COVID-19 Affecting Buyer Traffic
Article by NAHB
A new, weekly survey of single-family home builders and other NAHB members con- firmed the coronavirus is having a signifi- cantly adverse effect on business. A drop in
prospective buyer traffic
was, by far, the most widespread concern. Issues respondents noted as a problem include: Drop in prospective buyer traffic; Supply of N95 respirator face masks; Time to obtain a plan review; Supply of building products/materials; Amount buyers are willing to pay for
a new home; Time it takes building department to respond to an inspection request; Willingness of workers and subs to report to a jobsite.
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Welcome our Newest Members!
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- Harris & Sloan
- Cabling Solutions
- Desert Air
- Maverik
- D4 Media Group
- Ground Up Construct
- Aquious Inc.
- Sierra Stripers & Asphalt Paving
- B&T Construction
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- Places Consulting Services
- Kodiak Roofing & Waterproofing
- Czyz's Appliance Inc.
- Architectural Design Group
- Concrete Value Corp of Nevada
- Easy Lift Door Company
- Ryder Homes
- Rilite Aggregate Co.
- Dianda Construction
- Nevada Blue
- Alpen Mortgage
- Smile Business Products
- US Granite - Nevada Inc.
- Caughlin Ranch HOA
- Ei Companies
- Overhead Fire Protection Inc.
- Monark Premium Appliance
- Campbell Construction Co.
- F3 & Associates
- Holland & Hart LLP
- Calply
- Innovative Glass LLC
- Stantec Consulting Services
- Legend Valve & Fitting
- Toll Brothers Inc.
- J.R. Romero, Architect
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Is your company hiring?
Access the
'Members Only'
area on our website for our newly released job board!
Questions? Contact the BANN info@thebuilders.com or
775-329-4611
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Call
775-329-4611
to reserve a spot
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