House Bill 1653 would offer registered builders in Texas the opportunity to acquire an option license and right to advertise themselves as “Licensed Builders,” a process similar to post-Board legal specialization certification. Licensed builders would be required to pay annual fees, maintain a certain level of capitalization, and pass an exam regarding homebuilding laws and ethics.
“Homebuilders and buyers could look to licensed builders, and know that they were dealing with someone who’d gone the extra mile to show his dedication to his clients. Licensed builders would be held to a higher standard, and through their good conduct would restore the faith of the people of Texas in their homebuilders,” Rep Veasey said.
The Texas Residential Construction Commission has something similar, the Texas Star Builders program that is also voluntary. Unfortunately out of 28,000+ builders registered with the TRCC, only 31 are Texas Star Builders, and the Sunset Commission has recommended to abolish this program.So, I am not sure if this bill has a chance, but it is interesting. Maybe if they agree to being licensed, they can also be removed under the regulations of the TRCC. Now that would be something useful for the consumer.
But, I wouldn't bet on this to happen.
2 comments:
Who is this Bill guy and why should I care what he is calling for? :)
I just don't get how a contractor’s license could be optional? In Washington State it is a felony to contract with out a license. What are they thinking anyway?
Thanks for letting me vent! Great Blog by the way.
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