April 15, 2008 – Today, from the 59th Annual Atlantic Builders Convention in Atlantic City, the New Jersey Builders Association (NJBA) announced its part in a series of initiatives designed to address New Jersey’s current housing situation. From regulatory matters, to the economy, to affordable housing options and stream-lining bureaucratic processes, NJBA is actively engaged in efforts to make the state a better place for its citizens.
“NJBA as an association, and on behalf of its more than 2000 member organizations, remains committed to providing choice, affordability and diversity when it comes to where and how we all live,” said NJBA President, Barry Solondz. “As we look ahead, and as these initiatives move forward, NJBA is confident that our role in these activities will benefit all New Jerseyans, and the generations that will follow.”
The NJBA is dedicated to helping revitalize communities, improving quality of life, maximizing efficiencies within government, and finding balanced and reasonable solutions to our state’s housing needs. The building industry continues its pioneering efforts in identifying and developing energy-efficient and “green” building materials and practices.
According to NJBA President-Elect, Stephen Patron, “It is our goal to preserve open space without forsaking New Jersey’s need to provide affordable housing options. Buyers want choices; we want to provide them.”
These collaborative initiatives will roll-out over the coming weeks and months, and are designed to help stimulate the state’s economy, continue providing work for our skilled labor force, and ensure that consumers have the right to choose where and how they live without looking outside of New Jersey.
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About the Atlantic Builders Convention (ABC)
The ABC is the largest building industry trade show in the Northeast, drawing more than 14,000 participants from a six-state region, including residential and commercial builders, developers, remodelers, subcontractors and consulting professionals. The three-day convention features 900 exhibits showcasing the latest products and services to a large and diverse audience of decision makers. Attendees also gain up-to-date information about the latest market trends, government policies and technical developments at 50 educational seminars. Additional information is available online, at http://www.abconvention.com.
About the New Jersey Builders Association (NJBA)
The New Jersey Builders Association is a housing industry trade association of 2,000 member firms including builders, developers, remodelers, subcontractors, suppliers, engineers, architects, consultants and other professionals dedicated to providing safe, healthful homes for New Jersey residents. The NJBA is committed to finding balanced solutions to the state’s critical housing shortage. Additional information is available at www.njba.org.
