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BATC Members, Shawn Nelson and Frank Kottschade, recognized by National  Association of Home Builders

The Builders Association of the Twin Cities’ (BATC) parent organization, the National Association of Home  Builders (NAHB), has elected Shawn Nelson, [New Spaces][1], a Life Director and named Frank  Kottschade, North American Realty, a Senior Life Director to that organization. Life Directors and Senior Life Director are permanent voting members of…

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March Hot Sheet

“Today’s report indicates that, despite some bumps in the road, overall housing production continues on the solid upward trend that we saw throughout 2012. Moreover, further gains in permit issuance are a positive sign that home construction will continue to drive economic and job growth in the coming months…” –…

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Single-Family Permits Continue Growth Trend for Twin Cities’ Residential Construction

While multi-family units dropped to just 10 percent of February’s totals, single-family permits remained very strong. Permits were up 61 percent for the month and 80 percent year-to-date over 2012. Total units were also up year-to-date by 18.5 percent. According to data compiled by the Keystone Report for the Builders…

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Spring 2013 Parade of Homes Remodelers Showcase® Runs March 22-24

For the 26th year, the Builders Association of the Twin Cities (BATC) presents its annual Spring Parade of Homes Remodelers Showcase, open from March 22 to 24. There are a total of 63 beautiful remodeled homes open to tour, Friday from 1:00 to 7:00 pm and Saturday/Sunday from noon to…

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Facts About the Spring 2013 Parade of Homes Remodelers Showcase®

• The Spring Parade of Homes Remodelers Showcase is presented by the professional members of the Builders Association of the Twin Cities (BATC). • The Remodelers Showcase has been held in the Twin Cities for 26 years. • The tour runs March 22 through 24, with 63 remodeled homes open…

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Minnesota’s Green Path Certified Remodeled Homes Featured on 2013 Spring Remodelers Showcase

Reducing energy bills is a great reason to consider remodeling. And certifying a remodeling project with Minnesota’s Green Path is a smart way to start. MN Green Path was designed as a common sense, affordable program that measures and certifies a new home’s energy efficiency, home performance, and green features, and…

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BATC Presents Largest Housing Industry Trade Show in Midwest

Over 200 Booths Showcasing new Products and Services to over 1,000 Builders, Remodelers, Architects and Interior Designers The Builders Association of the Twin Cities (BATC) will take over Hall D at the Minneapolis Convention Center on Thursday, February 21st for its annual Builders and Remodelers Show. The industry trade show…

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2013 Begins Strong for Twin Cities’ Residential Construction

Residential housing permits came on strong in spite of the frigid weather in January. Permits were up almost 70 percent over those issued in the month of January 2012, while planned units were more than 50 percent higher. The figures continue the trend that ended 2012 with nearly twice as…

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