February 12, 2025
As our industry navigates two very important topics…we wanted to share information that NAHB has provided with the latest information as a resource on these ever-changing industry issues.
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)
While we have not heard any instances or cases of ICE specific audits or enforcement measures in our area, NAHB has prepared a document to help you understand the laws and regulations if a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent arrives on your job site. If you would like a copy, please email Cheryl Collins.
Another Information: Immigration Reform is Key to Building a Skilled Workforce
Tariffs & the Impact on the Construction Industry
Scarcity and an acute, sustained rise in building material costs — from softwood lumber to distribution transformers — are driving up the cost to construct homes and harming housing affordability. There are several factors driving this trend, notably inflationary pressures and global factors, including trade uncertainty. NAHB estimates that $184 billion worth of goods were used in the construction of both new multifamily and single-family housing in 2023. $13 billon of those goods were imported from outside the U.S., meaning approximately 7% of all goods used in new residential construction originate from a foreign nation.
Additional Information: How Tariffs Impact the Home Building Industry