Atlanta Regional Parade of Homes 2008 Guidebook - (Page 22) How 'fit' is your builder? On July 1, 2008, every builder will need a license to pull a permit in Georgia. While the playing field will be leveled for most, Certified Professional Home Builders (CPHBs) will remain ‘the mark of a true professional.’ The CPHB program requirements far exceed that of the contract licensing laws. Certified Professional Home Builder Education Code Certification 16 continuing education hours annually ICC Residential Building Contractor C exam or its equivalent 1 financial institution, 5 home owners, 3 trade contractors, 3 suppliers, 2 CPHBs Required $500,000 of General Liability, Builder's Risk AND Worker's Compensation as required by law A CPHB program-approved warranty Builder Licensing May require up to 3 continuing education hours annually Not all licensees will take test. May be “grandfathered" in 1 financial institution Not required $300,000 if General Liability and Worker's Compensation as required by law References Local homebuilders association membership Insurance Warranty Experience ? Not yet determined 2 years’ residential construction experience Successfully completing 2 residential projects during the 2 years preceding application for license Not required Not required Not required 3 years’ residential construction experience 5 residential/remodel permits or contracted or closed residential transactions of at least $750,000 during the past 12 months preceding application for license MUST allow a qualified inspector to conduct a fair inspection MUST offer arbitration to home buyers CANNOT have negative BBB rating CPHB has a process to assist with informal resolution of disputes that arise between members and home buyers. Builder disputes reviewed annually at renewal Annually Building Volume Home Inspections Mandatory Binding Arbitration Better Business Bureau (BBB) Rating Dispute Resolution Renewal ? Not yet determined Every other year CPHB - More than a licensed builder! 678.775.1427 www.CPHB.org For licensing information 678.775.1471 www.atlantahomebuilders.com CPHB_Ad.indd 1 3/26/08 3:18:57 PM
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