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York Builders Association Presents Annual Parade of Homes

York Builders Association Presents Annual Parade of Homes

21 new and remodeled homes in York County will open their doors for free self-guided tours on September 15 and 16, from 10am – 5pm. For nearly three decades, the York Builders Association and its members have been hosting the York Parade of Homes. This year’s event is presented by Traditions Mortgage, a division of York Traditions Bank.

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Dave Smith Appointed to YBA Board of Directors

Dave Smith Appointed to YBA Board of Directors

I am pleased to announce the appointment of Dave (Smitty) Smith to the York Builders AssociationÂ’s Board of Directors. Dave is the Location Manager of the Dallastown branch of Myers Building Product Specialists.

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York Builders Association To Host Training On New Building Codes

York Builders Association To Host Training On New Building Codes

YORK, PA – For the first time in nearly a decade, new construction codes will go into effect in Pennsylvania on October 1, 2018. As a result of the PA Uniform Construction Code (UCC) Review and Advisory Council’s (RAC) report submitted to the Department of Labor and Industry on May 1, the majority of provisions contained in the 2015 International Code Council (CC) Model Codes will be adopted.

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Red Lion Business Owner, Carmine Pantano Awarded For Achievements

Red Lion Business Owner, Carmine Pantano Awarded For Achievements

YORK, PA – Carmine Pantano, owner of Frank’s Marble & Granite has been awarded the 2018 Mack Smith Award from the York Builders Association (YBA). This award is part of the PEAK Achievement Awards, presented annually by YBA. The Mack Smith Award recognizes an individual’s commitment to the goals and objectives of the Association and their contribution to the Association, the profession, and their community.

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2018 PEAK Achievement Awards Presented by York Builders Association

2018 PEAK Achievement Awards Presented by York Builders Association

Finding an award-winning contractor just got a lot easier! Consumers in York County, along with industry professionals from across Pennsylvania have spoken and the York Builders Association is pleased to announce the 2018 PEAK Achievement Award winners. These awards recognize excellence in all aspects of the building industry, from building, remodeling, and outdoor projects to design and service to the community.  Winners were honored at the 2018 PEAK Achievement Awards Banquet on May 10 at the Out Door Country Club in York.

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​Latest NAHB News
  • State-Level Employment Situation: March 2025
    by Danushka Nanayakkara-Skillington on April 18, 2025

    Nonfarm payroll employment increased in 37 states and the District of Columbia in March compared to the previous month, while it decreased in 12 states. Wyoming reported no change during this time. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, nationwide total nonfarm payroll employment increased by […]

  • Housing Starts Decline Amid Economic Uncertainty
    by Danushka Nanayakkara-Skillington on April 17, 2025

    Constrained housing affordability conditions due to elevated interest rates, rising construction costs and labor shortages led to a reduction in housing production in March. Overall housing starts decreased 11.4% in March to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.32 million units, according to a […]

  • Builder Confidence Levels Indicate Slow Start for Spring Housing Season
    by Robert Dietz on April 16, 2025

    Growing economic uncertainty stemming from tariff concerns and elevated building material costs kept builder sentiment in negative territory in April, despite a modest bump in confidence likely due to a slight retreat in mortgage interest rates in recent weeks. Builder confidence in the market for […]

  • Despite Exemptions and Delays, Tariffs are Already Affecting Builders
    by Paul Emrath on April 15, 2025

    Home builders have already started to feel the effects of U.S. tariff policy, according to recent NAHB member surveys. This is true even though the Administration did not announce its list of reciprocal tariffs until April 2nd, lumber along with USMCA-compliant imports from Canada and Mexico were […]

  • Permits Pullback in February 2025
    by Danushka Nanayakkara-Skillington on April 15, 2025

    Permits continue the downward trend for the second month in a row. Over the first two months of 2025, the total number of single-family permits issued year-to-date (YTD) nationwide reached 147,119. On a year-over-year (YoY) basis, this is a decline of 5.2% over the February 2024 level of 155,236. […]

​Latest PBA News
  • FREE Build Science Programs for Members and Students
    by Rick Cochran on March 26, 2025

    The Pennsylvania Housing Research Center shared the following information Build Science curriculum with PBA. This is a free resource for all members – as well as a great tool for The post FREE Build Science Programs for Members and Students appeared first on Pennsylvania Builders Association.

  • PBA Installs 2025 Officers
    by Rick Cochran on March 25, 2025

    As they do every year, PBA members gathered to celebrate and install leadership at the Installation Gala. This year’s event was held on March 21 at the Mohegan Pennsylvania in The post PBA Installs 2025 Officers appeared first on Pennsylvania Builders Association.

  • Jon Sukonik Honored with Special PBA Award
    by Rick Cochran on March 25, 2025

    During the 2025 PBA Installation Gala, Immediate Past President Thomas McCosby announced the establishment of a new PBA award designed to recognize outstanding service to the members. For the inaugural The post Jon Sukonik Honored with Special PBA Award appeared first on Pennsylvania Builders […]

  • PBA Winter 2025 Committee and Board of Directors Reports
    by Rick Cochran on March 25, 2025

    PBA members gathered at the Mohegan Pennsylvania in Wilkes-Barre for the Winter Committee and Board of Directors meetings along with the annual Installation Gala. Meeting chairs provided a brief summary The post PBA Winter 2025 Committee and Board of Directors Reports appeared first on […]

  • IMPORTANT Annual Filing Requirements for Business Owners
    by Rick Cochran on February 6, 2025

    For 2025, Pennsylvania introduced a new annual obligation: filing an annual report with the Department of State. The new annual filing is mandatory for all business and nonprofit entities registered The post IMPORTANT Annual Filing Requirements for Business Owners appeared first on Pennsylvania […]