Housing Giants - January 15, 2009 - (Page 13) FEATURE But business professor Morici says it isn’t realistic for builders to expect anti-union initiatives from the government at a time when unemployment is growing rapidly. In his view, “the idea will get no mileage at all.” GROWTH: Obama made his support of green issues a centerpiece of his campaign, and Howard wants to make sure that doesn’t translate into protective regulations that hamstring the housing industry. “The fear with a Democratic administration is that those who oppose growth will be given carte blanche,” he says. NAHB favors peer-reviewed regulations that will be costeffective and will balance environmental concerns with affordability. However, Morici believes any change that weakens environmental regulations won’t get very far with the new administration or Congress. Of course, another way that municipalities control growth is by increasing impact fees for schools, roads, sewers and parks. Because these costs must be passed along to home buyers, they also reduce affordability. Stephen Nardella, senior vice president of Winchester Homes in Bethesda, Md., says impact fees in his area can be as high as $30,000 a house and are equivalent to raising taxes on corporations and home buyers. He understands cash-strapped municipalities may be tempted to raise impact fees to offset revenues that are reduced when home assessments fall. But he hopes that Obama will use his clout to convince local governments that now is not the time to do that. “I hope the administration will send a message to local governments to give impact fees a ‘time out’,” he says. “It will lighten the load on everyone.”HG PROTECTING YOUR HOME while you’re at work is no small concern Don’t be alarmed, BuyerZone is at your fingertips. Compare features and price quotes on Home Security Systems today. Save time and money, compare/rate suppliers, and protect your investment with BuyerZone. At BuyerZone, you’re in control. We’re just here to make your work easier. Join the millions who’ve already saved time and money on many of their Home Security System purchases by taking advantage of BuyerZone’s FREE, no obligation services like: • Quotes from multiple suppliers • Pricing articles • Buyer’s guides • Supplier ratings • Supplier comparisons REQUEST FREE QUOTES NOW! Call (866) 623-5529 or visit BuyerZoneHomeSecurity.com Where Smart Businesses Buy and Sell A division of 13 00 1.5.099 15.0 HOUSING GIANTS www.HousingGiants.com http://www.winchesterhomes.com http://www.BuyerZoneHomeSecurity.com http://www.BuyerZoneHomeSecurity.com http://www.housinggiants.com
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