At this year’s NASCLA Annual Conference, Seth Gowan, Deputy Attorney General and General Counsel for the Alabama Home Builders Licensure Board, along with Alesh Gensler, Division Director for Michigan LARA – Bureau of Construction Codes, shared valuable insights on how states are working together to improve mobility through exam waiver agreements. His session explored how […]
License Renewals begin October 1st, and this year brings a new and improved access to online renewals. The HBLB will deploy a new Online Portal to serve multiple audiences. What you need to know: The bad news: Due to a system upgrade, ALL existing users will need to create a new login by selecting “Sign […]
Hurricane season is upon us—it’s time to get prepared and stay alert. If your home takes a hit, navigating repairs can be stressful—but with the right plan, you can protect both your property and your peace of mind. Here are 6 essential steps to follow: ** Plan Ahead:** Identify safe spots, prepare emergency kits, and know […]
On May 8, Governor Ivey signed her proclamation designating May 2025 as Building Safety Month. Building Safety Month is an international campaign celebrated in May to raise awareness about building safety.
Adoption of Statewide Building Code The Board was granted the authority to adopt a statewide building code. The Alabama Residential Building Code Advisory Council (hereinafter “Council”) met for the first time on February 13, 2025. The council is tasked with recommending a building and energy code for adoption by the Home Builders Licensure Board by […]
Regulatory change increases eligible claim payments from $20,000 to $30,000 To protect consumers, the Home Builders Licensure Board made changes to its regulations involving the Homeowners Recovery Fund. The regulatory change increases the amount a homeowner may be eligible to receive from $20,000 to $30,000 toward satisfaction of a judgment against a licensed homebuilder. The […]
Executive Director Chip Carden and Deputy Attorney General Seth Gowan spoke with Building Officials and Inspectors at the Greater Birmingham Association of Home Builders Meet and Greet Luncheon. Thanks for all the great questions and the opportunity to work together to serve all Alabamians.
Deputy Attorney General, general counsel for the Board, Seth Gowan, alongside Board Vice Chairman Don Spurlin, recently spoke with the Marshall County Home Builder’s Association with new updates from the most recent legislative session.
Deputy Attorney General, general counsel for the Board, Seth Gowan appeared on The Front Porch on WAXC yesterday. Seth discussed the importance of hiring a licensed builder, specifically hiring a builder after severe weather. Unfortunately when disaster strikes, many scammers will move in quickly to take advantage of storm victims. Stay vigilant, don’t become a […]
The Home Builders Licensure Board has transitioned from the traditional practice of physically printing and mailing paper licenses and certificates, to a digital approach in which licensees can access their license to print or download a virtual license card directly to a mobile device. This transformation will allow for greater collaboration with our licensees and […]