Regulation of home building
How permits, approval processes, building codes and other rules affect how quickly and cheaply homes can be built.
What they call for
DemocratsRepublicans3 new members addressed this issue (with these filters). Many call for more than one thing.
Speed up and simplify permits and approvals for new homes
1 member
“2023 HB 14 – Prevent local government delays in approving property development plans, plats, and inspections. Joint Author”View on their website ↗
Raised the issue without a specific call
2 members“Jon understands the challenges that homebuyers face—complex regulations, rising costs, and bureaucratic hurdles that often stand in the way of owning a home. His extensive experience in real estate has shown him firsthand how outdated policies and red tape can frustrate families and delay their path to stability and wealth-building through homeownership.”View on their website ↗
“He pointed to housing costs, energy prices, agriculture, small businesses, and economic growth as examples of areas where excessive government regulation has made life harder for everyday Americans.”View on their website ↗
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