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On April 16, 2013, a bipartisan group of U.S. Senators, known as the Gang of 8, introduced a comprehensive immigration reform bill that could impact the residential construction industry. Broadly, the bill includes significant enhancements to security on the southern border, a mandatory E-Verify system to

be utilized by all employers within four years, a 10-year pathway to legalization for the undocumented population and changes to the nation’s legal visa systems.

More specifically, the bill would require employers, including those in the residential construction industry, to use a new version of E-Verify, the internet-

based system run by the USCIS that allows businesses to determine the eligibility of their employees to work in the U.S. The requirement to use E-Verify would be phased in over a 5-year period. The bill honors the direct employer-employee relationship, and home builders would not be required

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HBA members will have a variety of education and training opportunities during the coming spring and summer months. The HBA’s 2013 Spring-Summer Education and Training Schedule includes sessions on recently enacted building codes, a course to earn an NAHB Advanced Green Building certification and an opportunity to get all of your legal questions answered by two top Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) and immigration attorneys.

HBA staff recently surveyed members to get a better sense of the type of education and training opportunities they are seeking from the Association. Members are clearly interested in more opportunities to learn about changes in area building codes, green building, the economy, occupational safety and social media. “I think the HBA’s next wave of education delivers to our members what they want,” said Beatriz Ibarra. “I also know that members are looking for ways to earn their continuing education credits so we have already submitted applications for credit on the courses that we believe are eligible for it.”

Comprehensive Immigration Reform Bill Could Impact Residential Construction

New Education and Training Opportunities for HBA Members

Russ and Lise Groshan, Casa Bella Construction

The top local home builders were presented with the 2013 American Dream Awards. More than 200 people attended HBA’s Spring Awards Ceremony at The Gallery in the Power & Light District as the award winners were announced.

Each spring, local home builders compete for top honors in the awards competitions held in conjunction with the Spring Parade of Homes. The 51st annual Parade provided consumers the opportunity to visit 322 new homes throughout metropolitan Kansas City during the 16-day, three-weekend event that opened April 20 and continues through May 5.

The American Dream Awards are the premier honor for new home construction in the Greater Kansas City region. Builders’ entries were rigorously judged

American Dream Awards Recognize Best in New Home Construction

on architectural design, construction techniques, craftsmanship and selection of materials. Homes competed in categories based on price range. Teams comprising nineteen industry professionals from across the United States canvassed the Kansas City region April 19 and 20 to

evaluate the entries. Twenty-two Grand Award winners were selected, and twenty-four First Runner-Up honors were awarded.

See Winners on pages 8 & 9 Homes are also online at

www.KCParadeofHomes.com

Robert Garver, Wolf Creek Homes

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For more information or to register for any event, go to www.kchba.org or call 816-942-8800

Home Show organizers are currently accepting exhibitor applications for this year’s Fall Edition to be held on September 6-8 at the Overland Park Convention Center. Prices are held steady for booth spaces this year. Last year’s exhibitors have until June 1 for first right of refusal on last year’s space. Exhibitor forms are online.

Call Lori Kodanaz at 816-733-2217 or e-mail her at [email protected] to ensure your opportunity to participate. Sponsorship Opportunities are available as well!

Signing Exhibitors

June 1 Deadline Reserve Last Year’s Spot!

Northland Home Marketing TourMay 1, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Join the HBA’s Marketing Committee for a bus tour

of the Northland. Gain knowledge on new developments and marketing strategies. Buses will pick up and drop off participants at a central location in North KC.

Building Code Update/Q&A with Johnson County Building OfficialsMay 7, 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Cost $15 (Lunch included). Learn how to comply

with new building codes that took effect on April 1 in several JOCO cities. Building officials from Olathe, Shawnee and Leawood will lead the training.

Protect Your Business: Understand the Law and Your Responsibilities on Safety and Immigration

May 9, 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Cost $15 (Lunch included). Learn what to do (and what not to do) from two Polsinelli attorneys with expertise in OSHA and immigration compliance. This is a great opportunity to get all of your legal questions answered.

HBA Education OpportunitiesHere is a list of upcoming classes: Continued from page 1Through May 5 Spring Parade of Homes

May 1-31 KCHBA Membership Madness

May 2, 10 am Parade Committee

May 7, 11:30 am Johnson County Building Code Update

May 9, 11:30 am Protect Your Business: Safety and Immigration

May 14, 11:30 am Missouri North Area Council

May 21, 11:30 am Board of Directors Meeting

May 23, 11:30 am Associates Council Meeting


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Government & PoliticsHBA members and their guests

gathered for an evening of celebration and appreciation for personal contributions to the National Association of Home Builder’s Political Action Committee, BUILD-PAC. The reception was at the beautiful home of Kelly and Jon Lambert with Pacific Mutual Door & Window.

As of April 17, 2013, HBA members had pledged $24,344 to BUILD-PAC, which will be key to its success in electing candidates at the federal, state and local

level who make housing a top priority. Contributions to BUILD-PAC also help support four local PACs,: the HBA-PAC, KS-PAC, MO South-PAC and MO-North PAC.

The HBA is always looking for members to get involved in identifying pro-housing candidates participating in elections at every level of government. To get involved or to make a contribution to BUILD-PAC, please contact Beatriz Ibarra at [email protected].

Sara Corless, Jim Lambie, Roy and Chris Ragland

HBA-PAC Trustees Host Reception for BUILD-PAC Contributors

NAHB Spring Board of Directors Meeting & Legislative Conference Scheduled for June 5-8

Registration is now open for NAHB’s Spring Board of Directors Meeting and Legislative Conference in washington, DC, June 5-8. This is a great opportunity to meet with your Senators and Representatives on Capitol Hill and more fully understand how their actions impact the housing industry. The hotel reservation deadline is May 4. For more information, visit www.nahb.org/legcom, or contact Beatriz Ibarra at [email protected] for more information.

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The most successful builders know that natural gas homes are instantly more attractive to buyers.

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HBA STAff Office: 816-942-8800Sara Corless Executive Vice President [email protected], 816-733-2216

Beatriz Ibarra Vice President of Government Affairs [email protected] 816-733-2237

Gina Battle Director of Parade of Homes [email protected], 816-733-2219

Marcia Jurgens Permit and Accounting Mgr. [email protected], 816-733-2215

Stephanie Stollsteimer Director of Marketing and Communications [email protected], 816-733-2213

Lori Kodanaz Director of Consumer & Trade Shows [email protected], 816-733-2217

Andrew McKeegan Association Services Manager [email protected], 816-733-2224

Cindy Pearson Events Support [email protected], 816-733-2247

Phil Yancey Membership Manager [email protected], 816-733-2245

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A membership in the HBA is an im-portant business investment that provides your business with valuable homebuild-ing information and opportunities. As a member you appreciate the advantages of having benefits that range from access to educational classes and governmental affairs support to unique marketing and social opportunities. Share these benefits with your industry peers by recruiting new

members to join the HBA this month dur-ing May Membership Madness and earn triple NAHB Spike points. Help organize the recruitment drive alongside these membership committee participants:Gary Kerns, Gary Kerns HomebuildersTravis Graham, Graham Construction Company Erik Blaney, Shamrock CabinetsJill Pipes-Koeshall, Northcraft Flooring & Granite DesignJeff Goodwin, Complete Home Concepts

Earn Triple Spike PointsRecruiting new members to the HBA

is an activity recognized and rewarded through the NAHB Spike Club. Those

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who participate are called Spikes, and they are among the most valued members of the association. Member-to-member recruitment and retention efforts are the largest source of growth for the HBA and NAHB. Spikes bring grassroots growth and stability to the associations and to the housing industry. For information and to volunteer contact Phil Yancey, [email protected], 816-733-2245.

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Home Show a Big Hit at Bartle Hall

Sarah Susanka meets visitors Mark and Nancy Schoenemann.

The Kansas City Home Show & Flower, Lawn & Garden Show returned to Bartle Hall March 22-24 bringing with it a flury of ideas and products for homes and gardens for spring. Among the highlights were presentations by HGTV Design Star Lonni Paul, architect and author Sarah Susanka, and a log cabin built on site decorated by Kansas City’s own Jennifer Bertrand. This year’s event’s presenting sponsor was Mattress Firm. HGTV Star Lonni Paul drew a full house.




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Comprehensive Immigration Reform Bill to verify

their subcontractors or subcontractors’ workers. In addition, every non-citizen will be required to show a newly developed “biometric work authorization card” to show that they are legally able to work.

The bill would also create a new w-Visa program for lower-skilled workers. The w-Visa would grant 20,000 visas starting in 2015 and gradually increase that number thereafter to an annual cap of 200,000 after five years. The program, however, places a 15,000 per year cap on the number of foreigners available to perform work in construction, causing

many in the construction industry to criticize the bill.

In a written statement, Rick Judson, NAHB Chairman, said “This bipartisan Senate bill represents a responsible solution to bringing the current undocumented population out of the shadows, and NAHB also welcomes the work that has been done to create a new visa program for the low-skill sector. we need to improve the size and scope of this program, and NAHB looks forward to working with the U.S. Senate to improve the bill as the legislative process advances.”

Finally, the bill would also enable

undocumented individuals in the U.S. prior to December 31, 2011 to register for “Registered Provisional Immigrant” status, allowing them to live and work in the U.S. provided they pay a fine, back taxes and learn English.

The debate in the public square and in Congress has just begun on this legislation. There will be hearings in both the U.S. House and Senate Judiciary Committees followed by a lengthy debate in both chambers and amendments to the bill. For more information, please contact Beatriz Ibarra at [email protected].

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A Big Night at the American Dream Awards

Chris and Carol Ashner, Dottye and Leo Ashner, Bodine-Ashner Builders

Team from Summit Custom Homes Chad and Regan Volkerding, Park View Homes

Zalman Kohen, Summit Custom Homes, Misty Hanson, Stewart Title

Don Julian, Don Julian Builders, Damon Comerio, Comerio Corporation

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#207 • Wolf Creek Homes18422 W 194th Street • Estates of Wolf Creek

Spring Hill, KS • $320,000

#31 • Summit Custom Homes823 Creekmoor Pond Lane Highpoint at CreekmoorRaymore, MO • $297,950

#45 • Dreams & Design Building1116 SW Wild Plum Circle • Oaks of Edgewood

Oak Grove, MO • $265,000

#93 • SAB Homes5908 S National Dr • Cider Mills Farms at the Nationals

Parkville, MO • $349,950

#187 • ParkView Homes13433 W 172nd St • Chapel HillOverland Park, KS • $394,200

#182 • James Engle Custom Homes24160 W 112th Terr • Cedar Creek at Southglen

Olathe, KS • $402,582

#40 • Summit Custom Homes221 SE Coyle Drive • Mill Creek

Lee’s Summit, MO • $336,950

#56 • Pfeifer Homes740 SW Estates Dr • Raintree Lake Estates


#8 • C & M Builders1211 Kingsland Circle • Creekmoor

Raymore, MO • $424,900

#89 • SAB Homes8515 NE 103rd Street

Benson Place FieldstoneKansas City, MO • $305,950

#33 • Summit Custom Homes612 SW Lake Side Court

Lakeside at Chapman FarmsBlue Springs, MO • $281,950

#12 • Sallee Homes1312 NE Kenwood Drive • Dalton’s Ridge


First Runner Up Award WinnersTour Company Address Subdivision City /State Price

115 Homes by Chris 9738 NE Elm Hills of Montclair Kansas City, MO $259,900

32 Summit Custom Homes 825 Creekmoor Pond Lane Highpoint at Creekmoor Raymore, MO $280,950

262 James Engle Custom Homes 24640 W 110th St Prairie Brook Villas Olathe, KS $284,251

174 Dusselier & Marks Homes 19401 W 199th Terr Brookwood Farms Spring Hill, KS $287,871

109 New Mark Homes 923 NW 94th Street Fountain Hills Kansas City, MO $304,900

62 SAB Homes 2921 SW 16th St Siena at Longview Lee’s Summit, MO $314,900

16 Sallee Homes 2356 SW Deer Run Road Eagle Creek Lee’s Summit, MO $315,950

122 New Mark Homes 7118 N Polk Overland Ridge Kansas City, MO $339,900

277 Comerio Corporation 21206 W 46th Terr Riverview Shawnee, KS $350,000

268 Sallee Homes 20957 W 108th Terr Prairie Point Olathe, KS $375,500

267 Roeser Homes 21031 W 108th Terr Prairie Point Olathe, KS $395,320

11 Sallee Homes 1316 NE Kenwood Dr Dalton’s Ridge Lee’s Summit, MO $407,210

265 James Engle Custom Homes 20943 W 108th Terr Prairie Point Olathe, KS $413,325

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#180 • C & M Builders25205 W 97th Terr • Canyon Creek by the Lake

Lenexa, KS • $468,350

#107 • Don Julian Builders5950 N Saline Ave • Forest Ridge Estates

Kansas City, MO • $579,900

#201 • James III Homes 22607 W 60th Street • Eagle View of Grey Oaks

Shawnee, KS • $439,950

#232 • Koehler Building Co14617 Cedar Street • Highland Creek

Leawood, KS • $975,000

#305 • Bodine-Ashner Builders15713 Barton Street • Wilshire by the Lake

Overland Park, KS • $769,950

#177 • Lambie Custom Homes25203 W 97th Terr • Canyon Creek

Lenexa, KS • $448,928

#8 • C & M Builders1211 Kingsland Circle • Creekmoor

Raymore, MO • $424,900

#53 • Pfeifer Homes 739 SW Estates Drive • Raintree Lake Estates


#126 • Casa Bella Construction 6140 Southlake Drive • Riss Lake


#37 • C & M Builders110 Wolsey Bridge • Loch Lloyd

Village of Loch Lloyd, MO • $699,950

#125 • Casa Bella Construction6190 Southlake Drive • Riss Lake


#246 • Willis Construction11406 W 161st Terr • Mills Farm Estates

Overland Park, KS • $1,100,000

First Runner Up Award WinnersTour Company Address Subdivision City /State Price

55 Pfeifer Homes 736 SW Estates Drive Raintree Lake Estates Lee’s Summit, MO $419,270

264 James Engle Custom Homes 21019 W 108th Terr Prairie Point Olathe, KS $425,375

176 James Engle Custom Homes 25201 W 97th Terr Canyon Creek Lenexa, KS $444,878

309 James Engle Custom Homes 11310 W 158th Terr Wilshire by the Lake Overland Park, KS $452,460

78 SAB Homes 108 NW Nutall Drive Winterset Valley Lee’s Summit, MO $469,950

272 J S Robinson Fine Homes 20904 W 68th Street Ridgestone Meadows Shawnee, KS $473,950

241 James Engle Custom Homes 16457 Bond St Mills Farm Overland Park, KS $558,975

127 Don Julian Builders 6169 Southlake Drive Riss Lake Parkville, MO $579,900

306 James Engle Custom Homes 11302 W 158th St Wilshire by the Lake Overland Park, KS $628,285

244 Starr Homes 11407 W 163rd Court Mills Farm Overland Park, KS $1,208,000

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The desire among home owners to tackle repair and remodeling projects has risen with the popularity of Pinterest and design blogs and the prevalence of home

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Safetywithout the proper training and

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A good rule of thumb for any home owner is to avoid projects that require a license. Veteran remodelers advise against doing electrical or plumbing work on your own and avoid making

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TimeDIYers often tackle larger projects than

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Happy aNNiversaryThe strength of an association is in its membership and a thank you goes out to all of those members who continue to support the HBA.

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Even professional remodelers sometimes need extra time on projects when they find surprises behind walls. Troubleshooting these issues often takes more time and expertise than originally planned. If timing is a priority for your weekend warrior, call a professional remodeler to get your project completed.

CostPurchasing new tools is exciting but

consider the price of all the specialty tools used for a one-time project when they are sitting untouched in your garage for years.

Additionally, many of the products purchased for the DIY market, although designated by a name brand, are not always the same quality available to contractors. It is also important to verify the terms of the product warranty. Many warranties become void by improper installation.

There are some home projects that professional remodelers believe can be tackled by determined DIYers such as hanging pictures, interior painting, caulking, changing door knobs and cabinet pulls, and some aesthetic work (depending on skill level) such as installing crown

molding. Just consider the safety risks, time and cost involved in any DIY project .

Still think you can tackle a big remodeling project? Just remember, DIY projects should be fun and suit your skill level. If they’re not, then consider hiring a professional.

For information about hiring a remodeler, contact the HBA and its affiliated remodelers council. Visit www.nahb.org/remodel for more information on remodeling.

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Home owners considering planning to stay in their home should know about remodeling projects that increase the home’s usefulness and make it better to live in. A 2012 National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) survey of remodelers found the following five most common remodeling jobs.

Housing market data reveals that small, smart remodels reward home owners with better return on investment and can help update and customize a home.

Remodel the bathroomPayback on remodeling a bathroom

can reach 65 percent with new fixtures,

tile, toilet, vanity and lighting. Low flow toilets consumer less water and can decrease the monthly water bill.

Remodel the kitchenA minor kitchen remodel can improve

the look and utility of the space without costing a bundle, and yields a 75 percent return. Consider replacing backsplashes, cabinet fronts, countertops, and flooring. Installing low-flow faucets and energy-efficient appliances can also reduce water and energy expenses in a heavily trafficked room.

Replace windows and doorsUpdating windows can also return

a solid portion of the investment (73 percent for wood frames and 71 percent for vinyl). New, energy-efficient doors and windows also help reduce energy leakage from the home and can bring down heating and cooling bills.

Repair property damageProperty damage is a common but

unfortunate occurrence. Seize misfortune as an opportunity to customize and upgrade the home. If you are already going to be inconvenienced with major home repairs, take that time to plan and incorporate home remodeling that may have been put off in the past.

Whole house remodelingRepairs and replacements of old

components and the desire for upgraded amenities were cited as the top reasons for customers to hire a remodeler. Evaluate the use of the entire home to see if it fits your needs. Home owners are repurposing spaces to fit their families and making more efficient use of their home’s square footage and equity, rather than moving to a new home and mortgage.

Smart remodeling projects for improving the home can make the home more comfortable for your lifestyle.

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first Quarter New Home Construction Indicates Continued Recovery

March 2013 residential permit statistics indicate a thirty percent jump over 2012 for the same quarter last year, according to the Home Builders Association of Greater Kansas City’s (HBA) monthly Residential Building Permit Statistics report. This year’s first quarter recorded 832 single family units compared to last year’s first quarter number of 640. The numbers were bolstered by 129 multi-family rental units in Johnson County. with the addition of 383 total starts in March, the Greater Kansas City area has not seen a first quarter this good since the first quarter of 2008.

“Building is up, remodeling is up, competition is up with builders re-entering the market, and the Parade of Homes entries are up,“ said Executive Vice President Sara Corless. “All of this rolled together signals to consumers the opportunity to buy a new home is now especially with interest rates continuing at historic lows.”

Activity of note for the quarter is that the Missouri northern counties of Clay and Platte account for 25 percent of the total permits, Missouri southern counties of Jackson and Cass account for 16 percent of the total permits and Johnson County alone accounts for 47 percent of the total. wyandotte County is up 44 single family units the first quarter for the largest percentage increase in a county at 338 percent.

April has been designated New Homes Month by NAHB, the National Association of Homes Builders, which coincides with the HBA’s Spring Parade of Homes which will showcase 322 new homes throughout the metropolitan area starting April 20.



Residential Building Permit Statistics

Single M-F M-F S-F M-F M-F Total Single M-F M-F S-F M-F M-F Total Family Units Units Total Units Sale Rent Units Family Units Units Total Units Sale Rent Units

Units^ Sale% Rent Units YTD YTD YTD YTD Units^ Sale% Rent Units YTD YTD YTD YTDCASS COUNTY LEAVENWORTH COUNTYArchie 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Basehor 8 0 0 8 14 0 0 14Belton 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 2 Lansing 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0Cass County 3 0 0 3 4 0 0 4 Leav. County 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0Cleveland 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Leavenworth 0 0 0 0 5 0 0 5Drexel 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Tonganoxie 2 0 0 2 2 0 0 2Garden City 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 10 0 0 10 21 0 0 21Harrisonville 1 0 0 1 1 0 0 1Lake Winnebago 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 WYANDOTTE COUNTYLee's Summit 1 0 0 1 4 0 0 4 Bonner Springs 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 2Peculiar 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Edwardsville 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0Pleasant Hill 2 0 0 2 3 0 0 3 KCK/Wyandotte Co 19 0 0 19 55 0 0 55Raymore 3 0 0 3 12 0 0 12 19 0 0 19 57 0 0 57Village of Loch Lloyd 2 0 0 2 2 0 0 2

12 0 0 12 28 0 0 28 MIAMI COUNTYLouisburg 0 0 0 0 16 0 0 16

CLAY COUNTY Miami County 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 2Clay County 3 0 0 3 6 0 0 6 Osawatomie 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0Excelsior Springs 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Paola 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0Gladstone 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 Spring Hill# 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0Kansas City 38 0 0 38 94 0 0 94 0 0 0 0 18 0 0 18Kearney 7 0 0 7 11 0 0 11Lawson 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 MARCH 2013 335 0 48 383 832 0 129 961Liberty 3 0 0 3 6 0 0 6North Kansas City 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0Pleasant Valley 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0Smithville 0 0 0 0 3 0 0 3

51 0 0 51 121 0 0 121

JACKSON COUNTYBlue Springs# 0 0 0 0 16 0 0 16 Month/Year 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013Buckner 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 January 353 221 96 137 90 188 273Grain Valley 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 February 475 262 129 145 121 182 224Grandview 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 March 824 353 131 252 180 270 335Greenwood 1 0 0 1 7 0 0 7 April 687 441 184 228 210 277Independence 6 0 0 6 18 0 0 18 May 677 231 189 213 230 294Jackson County 1 0 0 1 4 0 0 4 June 616 260 204 239 262 268Kansas City 2 0 0 2 9 0 0 9 July 546 311 196 180 204 288Lake Lotawana 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 August 515 293 207 243 205 260Lee's Summit 22 0 0 22 50 0 0 50 September 397 264 219 173 202 379Oak Grove 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 October 597 314 226 279 205 331Raytown 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 November 385 167 192 173 185 283Sugar Creek 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 December 313 115 182 209 207 279

32 0 0 32 107 0 0 107 Annual Total 6,385 3,232 2,155 2,471 2,301 3,299 832PLATTE COUNTYEdgerton 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0Kansas City 10 0 0 10 37 0 0 37Parkville 6 0 0 6 15 0 0 15Platte City 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0Platte County 22 0 0 22 34 0 0 34Riverside 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0Weatherby Lake 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 S-F M-F TotalWeston 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Units Units Units

38 0 0 38 86 0 0 86 2007 1652 180 18322008 836 904 1740

JOHNSON COUNTY 2009 356 11 367De Soto 15 0 28 43 15 0 28 43 2010 534 55 589Edgerton 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2011 391 0 391Fairway 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2012 640 73 713Gardner 2 0 0 2 10 0 0 10 2013 832 129 961Johnson County 3 0 0 3 11 0 0 11Leawood 8 0 0 8 24 0 0 24Lenexa 13 0 0 13 41 0 81 122 ^The Single Family number is now units and includes both attached and detached units.Merriam 0 0 0 0 5 0 0 5 %Multi-Family units are in buildings with 5 or more units and are divided by sale/rent.Mission Hills 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0Olathe 70 0 0 70 132 0 0 132 # Not available at time of reportOverland Park 36 0 20 56 102 0 20 122Prairie Village 1 0 0 1 1 0 0 1Shawnee 25 0 0 25 44 0 0 44Spring Hill# 0 0 0 0 9 0 0 9

173 0 48 221 394 0 129 523

MARCH 2013

Permit information reflects the most recent data at time of publication. In order to ensure accurate recording of residential building permit statistics, the HBA may revise monthly and year-to-date figures when updated data is made available.

All numbers shown in the box above are ACTUAL numbers.

Comparison of Single FamilyBuilding Units for Greater Kansas City

Comparison of Units Issued Year to Date in this Month*2007-2013

(Cass, Clay, Jackson, Platte, Johnson, Leavenworth, Miami, Wyandotte Counties)

first Quarter New Home Construction Indicates Continued Recovery

March 2013 residential permit statistics indicate a thirty percent jump over 2012 for the same quarter last year, according to the Home Builders Association of Greater Kansas City’s (HBA) monthly Residential Building Permit Statistics report. This year’s first quarter recorded 832 single family units compared to last year’s first quarter number of 640. The numbers were bolstered by 129 multi-family rental units in Johnson County. with the addition of 383 total starts in March, the Greater Kansas City area has not seen a first quarter this good since the first quarter of 2008.

“Building is up, remodeling is up, competition is up with builders re-entering the market, and the Parade of Homes entries are up,“ said Executive Vice President Sara Corless. “All of this rolled together signals to consumers the opportunity to buy a new home is now especially with interest rates continuing at historic lows.”

Activity of note for the quarter is that the Missouri northern counties of Clay and Platte account for 25 percent of the total permits, Missouri southern counties of Jackson and Cass account for 16 percent of the total permits and Johnson County alone accounts for 47 percent of the total. wyandotte County is up 44 single family units the first quarter for the largest percentage increase in a county at 338 percent.

April has been designated New Homes Month by NAHB, the National Association of Homes Builders, which coincides with the HBA’s Spring Parade of Homes which will showcase 322 new homes throughout the metropolitan area starting April 20.

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