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New federal challenge to natural gas restrictions in energy code filed

A broad group of plaintiffs has filed a new federal challenge seeking to stop provisions of Washington’s new energy code.…

Broad coalition collecting signatures to put I-2066 to Protect Energy Choice on November ballot

A statewide coalition today kicked off efforts to qualify I-2066: Protect Energy Choice for the November ballot. I-2066 protects reliable,…

New reports show homes increasingly unaffordable for most households in Washington

OLYMPIA… New reports are finding homes increasingly unaffordable for most. The median price of new homes in Washington has increased from $635,131…

5 reasons to give big to the Washington Home Builders Foundation

It’s time to “give big” to the Washington Home Builders Foundation! BIAW’s Washington Home Builders Foundation awarded nearly $80,000 in…

We need your help to shape future building codes

The Washington State Building Code Council continues to seek volunteers to help shape future building codes for Washington. This is…

BIAW’s beloved Brenda Kwieciak announces retirement

After celebrating her 30th Anniversary with the Building Industry Association of Washington, Administrative Services Director Brenda Kwieciak has announced her…