Multifamily, Commercial and 50+ Council



What is
theMultifamily, Commercial and 50+ Council

The Council is dedicated to providing quality education, information, and business and social networking opportunities to members of the Multifamily, Commercial, and 50+ building industry.

Benefits of Belonging to the Multifamily, Commercial, and 50+ Council

Gain Insight to:
Construction Design
Current Industry Issues
Marketing and Sales Techniques
Business and Social Networking Opportunities

The mission is to advocate and advance the goals of the industry, improve the environment in which member companies operate, and provide networking, educational, and business opportunities that help members achieve their business objectives and positively impact their bottom lines.

Are you currently a Multifamily builder? or
Are you interested in diversification?
The MCSC serves the special needs of Multifamily builders and associate members by bringing industry information and services to their fingertips, and keeping multifamily issues and priorities at the forefront of the association's agenda at the national, state, and local level.
Are you currently a Commercial builder? or
Are you thinking of diversifying your business?
The MCSC serves the special needs of our Commercial members by providing cutting edge information and services for builders involved in light commercial.  The Council members are a growing group of industry professionals focusing on the needs of light commercial builders, subcontractors, and suppliers.
What is 50+? and
How to become involved in this growing market?
Across the nation, builders and developers are striving to meet the housing needs of boomers, empty nesters, active adults, and older seniors.  The MCSC serves the special needs of our builder and associate members involved in all aspects of 50+, including design, development, finance, ownership, management, and sales and marketing.

2008
Multifamily, Commercial, and 50+ Council Calendar of Events

Date Location Specialty Area
Date: Winter 2008
Time:
Fee: $

Light Commercial Builders Breakfast -

Topic - TBD
HBA Homequarters

C
Date: Spring 2008
Time:
Fee: $
Lifestyle! - What is it? And how to obtain it?
50+

Date: Summer 2008
Time:

Fee:

Breakfast and Snack Sponsor Needed

Mixed Use Trip to Columbus, OH
Meals on your own
Fee must be paid to reserve seat
Limited seating is available - leave from HBA
MF, C, and 50+

Date: Fall 2008
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Fee: $20

Includes Dinner

Fair Housing, ADA, and other Laws YOU Need to be Aware of

Hosted in conjunction with the FBOA

Tangier Restaurant, Akron

MF, C, & 50+
Specialty Area: MF = Multifamily, C = Commercial, and 50+ = Seniors Housing

 



Multifamily, Commercial, and 50+ Continuing Education / Resources

Continuing Education Resources
National Association of Home Builders
RAM Education and Certification Programs
Advanced RAM
Multifamily Owner's and Manager's Guide to Handling Mold Claims and Litigation
(Available at HBA Homequarters)
National Association of Home Builders  Certification for Housing Credit Professionals A Builder's Guide to Handling Mold Claims & Litigation
(Available to HBA Homequarters)
Fair Housing Toolkit
This toolkit provides all the information you need on the requirements of the Fair Housing Act.  To order the toolkit, which sells for $50 to NAHB members and $75 for non-members, (plus $7 shipping & handling).
What Renters Want
(
Available at www.BuilderBooks.com)
Multifamily Video Addresses NIMBYism
NAHB Multifamily's new 7-minute video looks at the benefits that multifamily apartments bring to communities, and debunks many of the myths raised by opponents to such development. The video, available for $20, is a useful tool for beginning a dialog on multifamily development with local residents and public officials.  To order video contact multifamily@nahb.com
2005 Directory of Accessible Building Products (Available at HBA Homequarters)


2007-2008 Multifamily, Commercial and 50+ Legislation

Bill #

Name of Bill Sponsored by Position Description
         
         
         
         
 

State of Ohio 127th General Assembly Legislation Information

United States Congress Legislation Information



Multifamily, Commercial, and 50+ Links

Home Builders Associations
National Home Builders Association
Ohio Home Builders Association

NAHB Services
Multifamily
National Commercial Builders Council
50+ Council

United States Government
Fair Housing Accessibility First
(FIRST = Fair Housing Instruction, Resources, Support, Technical Guidance)
Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity
National Council on the Aging
OSHA - Occupational Safety & Health Administration

 


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