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    • Case Studies
    |   Oct 30, 2023

    Coons Construction—Eclectic Artist’s Kitchen and Bath Remodel

    The artistic homeowners of this Greenwood bath and kitchen remodel viewed their home as the latest canvas for their artistic expression. Intention and personality shine through all the color, patterns, and small details.
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    • Industry Issues
    • Permitting
    • Advocacy
    |   Oct 20, 2023

    ICYMI: MBAKS Housing Solutions Breakfast

    MBAKS Housing Solutions Breakfast emphasizes the importance of timely and predictable permit review processes with Senator Mullet and a panel of local elected and public officials.
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    • MBAKS News
    • Endorsements
    • AHC
    • Advocacy
    |   Oct 18, 2023

    2023 General Election Endorsements

    Each election cycle, our Affordable Housing Council (AHC) interviews candidates at the city, county, and state levels to determine their degree of support for our industry. The following candidates have received an AHC endorsement for the 2023 election cycle.
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    • Builders Bulletin
    |   Oct 18, 2023

    Builders Bulletin: Permit Downturn Persists

    In the Seattle Metro Area, the building permit data for the year-to-date period ending on August 31, 2023, paints a distinctive picture of the region's construction activity. The statistics show a notable slowdown in both single-family and multifamily construction projects.
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    • Built Green News
    |   Oct 3, 2023

    2023 Built Green Conference Wrap Up

    The 2023 Built Green Conference, presented by DTG, was held on September 14 at the Lynnwood Event Center.
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    • Builders Bulletin
    |   Sep 19, 2023

    Builders Bulletin: Washington Unemployment at 3.6%, Construction Sector Grows by 4,500 Jobs

    In July 2023, the unemployment rate in Washington stood at a healthy 3.6%, while the Seattle/Bellevue/Everett metropolitan area boasted an even lower rate of 3.1%. Notably, the construction sector in the state experienced growth over the past year, adding 4,500 jobs between July 2022 and July 2023. With a total statewide construction employment of 240,900, these figures reflect a positive trend in Washington's labor market and its continued commitment to economic development.
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    • Built Green News
    |   Sep 15, 2023

    2023 Built Green Hammer Award Winners

    As per tradition, at the 2023 Built Green Conference we recognized Built Green’s outstanding builders and advocates during our annual Built Green Hammer Award ceremony. The best projects from the past year were highlighted and Built Green supporters were recognized for their contributions to the program.
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    • Built Green News
    |   Sep 5, 2023

    2023 Built Green Conference Preview

    With the heatwaves of summer coming to an end it’s time to kick off your conference season with the annual Built Green Conference, presented by DTG Recycle, at the Lynnwood Event Center on September 14.
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