Nation's Building News Online for December 20, 2004

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	Front Page n Next Generation Home Demonstrates Wind- and Fire-Resistant Structural Specifications n Special Builders' Show Preview n New Rule Enables Land Owners to Preserve Habitat for Endangered Species n Housing Snapshot

	President's Message n Building a Foundation for Workforce Housing

	Housing Politics n U.S. Lowers Canadian Lumber Duties as Appeal of NAFTA Ruling Moves Forward n Bush Economic Agenda Takes Shape at Two-Day Conference

	Housing and Economics n Housing Starts Off in November, But Permit Inventories Suggest December Rebound Possible n Index Finds Builders in Good Holiday Spirits in December, Especially Out West n Eye on the Economy

	Construction Safety n Educational Sessions Focus on Excavations, Scaffolding and Other 'Top 10' OSHA Violations

	Research n Townhouses Showcase PATH Technologies n Top Toyota Executive Keynote Speaker at EnergyValue Housing Awards

	Building Quality n National Launch of NHQ Certified Builder Program to Be Announced at Builders’ Show n Educational Sessions on Quality Focus on Profits and Customer Satisfaction

	Builders' Show n Special Events at the Builders' Show n Associate Member Programs and Events at the Builders’ Show

	Design n Residential Design Program Offerings at the Builders’ Show n Best in American Living Awards Gala Set for Jan. 12

	Business Management n IRS Increases 2005 Standard Business-Use Mileage Rate n Fraud Safeguards Only as Effective as Employee Follow-Through n Business Management Resources, Sales Management Summit at IBS

	Small Builders and Remodelers n Third-Quarter Index Points to an ‘Amazing’ Year for Remodeling Activity n Say Goodbye to the Lone Ranger n Remodelors Council Courses, Events at Builders' Show

	Seniors Housing n Seniors Housing Courses, Events at Builders’ Show n Seniors Housing Awards Recognize Cutting-Edge Design and Marketing

	Multifamily n Multifamily Courses, Events at Builders' Show

	Environment n 2005 National Wetlands Awards Nominations Due Jan. 15

	Green Building n Entries Sought for National Green Building Awards

	State and Local n Elected Officials to Be Recognized for Their Public Commitment to Housing

	Legal Issues n U.S. Supreme Court Will Decide Property Owners' Right to Access Federal Courts

	Building Systems n Information on Systems-Built Housing Featured at Builders’ Show

	Sales and Marketing n See the Best in New Home Sales and Marketing at The Nationals at the Builders' Show n Sales and Marketing Events and Seminars at the Builders' Show

	Housing Finance n President Bush Signs NAHB-Supported VA Loan Guarantee Bill

	International Housing n Builders, Suppliers Test the Waters of Growing Mexican Housing Market

	Labor n Builders’ Show Program Focuses on Residential Construction Superintendent Training

	Building Products n New American Home Combines 1920s Charm With 21st-Century Practicality

	Builder's Engineer n An Engineer’s Christmas Story

	Building News Coast To Coast

	Association News & Events n Annual Meeting of NAHB Members on Jan. 14 n Books, Products, Giveaways at the BuilderBooks.com Store at IBS n Member Advantage HQ at IBS: Connect With the Power of NAHB n Take the Web Membership System for a Test Drive at IBS n Earn NAHB WorldPoints^sm Rewards When You Charge n Awards Programs Deadlines n Calendar of Events

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Multifamily Courses, Events at Builders' Show

NAHB Multifamily is offering an expanded set of courses and events at the 2005 International Builders' Show (IBS) The 16 course offerings on multifamily issues include design, development, the condo boom, working with the low-income housing tax-credit program and the economics of the multifamily market.

Free Pre-show Codes Seminar:

The International Codes Council (ICC) is providing a free seminar on Wednesday, Jan. 12 (your choice of morning or afternoon) on the design and construction requirements for accessibility mandated by the Fair Housing Act for multifamily construction. To register, e-mail Barry Johnson, of ICC, or call him at 800-977-2224 x220.

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Multifamily Schedule at IBS:

(Most events at the Orange County Convention Center, OCCC)

Mon., 1/10

Event

Location

5:30-7:00 p.m.

Multifamily Whirlpool Reception

Peabody Hotel, Bayhill I & II Mezzanine Level

Tues., 1/11

8:00-9:00 a.m.

Multifamily Issues & Strategies/Housing Credit Group (HCG)

OCCC 240B

9:00-10:30 a.m.

Registered in Apartment Management (RAM) Working Group

OCCC 230C

9:00-10:30 a.m.

Joint Federal Government Affairs Taxation Subcommittee/ Housing Credit Group

10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Multifamily Finance/Housing Credit Group — Joint Meeting

12:30 p.m.-1:30 p.m.

Multifamily HCG/Property Management Meeting

OCCC 240B

1:30-4:00 p.m.

Multifamily Housing Credit Group

OCCC 240B

4:00-5:30 p.m.

HFA Directors/Multifamily Finance and Housing Credit Group

4:00-5:30 p.m.

Registered in Apartment Management (RAM) Board of Governors

OCCC 230C

7:00 p.m.-TBD

Housing Credit Group Steering Committee Dinner

(by invitation only)

Timpano Italian Chophouse

Wed., 1/12

8:00-9:00 a.m.

Multifamily Board of Trustees

OCCC 224E

10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

HCG Planning Meeting

OCCC 240B

3:00-4:30 p.m.

Multifamily State & Local Council Meeting

OCCC 104B

Thurs., 1/13

8:30-10:00 a.m.

Ready Made Leasing & Resident Retention Strategies for Today’s Market

OCCC 330 E-G

Full Schedule of Multifamily Meetings at IBS

To view or download the full schedule of Multifamily Council meetings at the builders' show, click here. Meetings begin Tuesday, Jan. 11.

Make Your IBS Plans by Dec. 24 — and Save

The new extended deadline for final advance registration for the 2005 International Builders’ Show is Friday, Dec. 24. Register by Dec. 24 and save $25.

Follow these links to:

Register — Advance registration will save you $25 dollars over the onsite registration fees.
Find a hotel and check availability — Advance registration will give you access to discounted hotel rates through the NAHB Housing Block.
Make airline reservations
Reserve a rental car
Get tickets to Orlando attractions

Advance registration will also enable you to receive your show credentials in the mail before you leave for IBS. For more information visit, www.BuildersShow.com.

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