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Design Challenge Winners Tackle the Multigenerational Household Check out the winners of the 2009 Custom Builder Design Challenge — their unique conceptual designs accommodate three generations. View the winning designs.

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HOUSING ZONE

EPA Issues Final Rule for Regulating Stormwater Runoff The rule takes effect in February 2010 and will be phased in over a four-year period.

PROFESSIONAL BUILDER

The Average Distance Traveled by Appraisal-Management-Company-Assigned Appraiser Is 13 Miles, Associations Finds Appraisal Management Companies Have Strong Reliance on Local Appraisers

PROFESSIONAL REMODELER

Nevada, Arizona Experience Largest Declines in Construction Jobs, AGC Reports Only North Dakota Adds Construction Jobs this Year

CUSTOM BUILDER

Paint Quality Institute Releases 2010 Color Trends Color trends for 2010 take inspiration from a variety of social and economic influences

HOUSING GIANTS

KB Home Names John Reeves President of Washington, D.C., Metro Division Reeves assumes responsibility for all home building operations

Industry News

• Lee S. Evans, 1917 - 2009
  Lee S. Evans passed away November 7, 2009. Evans was internationally known for his expertise in management for home builders. He was a recipient of many national awards, including induction into the NAHB Hall of Fame.
• Homebuilders Hunt for Land
• Pending Home Sales Contracts Rise for 8th Straight Month
• Consensus: Real Estate Recession to End in 2010