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Why the BIA Opposes Ohio House Bills 113 & 154
Learn more about the two Ohio house bills that would disincentivize new housing development during the ongoing housing crisis.
Read MoreFrom Hammer Swings to Boardrooms: Troy Fritz’s Journey Through the Housing and Development Industry to the BIA of Central Ohio
Troy Fritz, current president of the BIA of Central Ohio, didn’t take the traditional path into the homebuilding world. He was practically born into it.
Read MoreThe Countdown Is On for the 2025 BIA Parade of Homes!
Learn more about this year’s BIA Parade of Homes presented by Pella Columbus and how you can register.
Read MoreGet Ready for the Big Night Gala: A Celebration of Central Ohio’s Homebuilding Industry
The Big Night Gala is almost here, and we can’t wait to celebrate YOU: the people who shape the housing and development industry of Central Ohio.
Read MoreMore Expensive Than Nashville? The Surprising Cost of Building in Columbus
The latest housing permit numbers are in, and while there’s been a slight increase, it’s nowhere near enough to meet the demand. Central Ohio continues to underbuild at a time when we desperately need more housing.
Read MoreZoning Reform: Unlocking Housing Opportunities in Central Ohio
Learn why streamlining zoning processes is essential to solving Central Ohio’s housing crisis and how to achieve the best zoning outcomes.
Read MoreCentral Ohio Housing and Development Advocacy in Action
Learn about the ambitious housing and development advocacy goals we have
for 2025 from Kelly Harrop.
Submit Your Entries for Big Night 2025 Awards and Save $100 Before 1/31!
In case you missed it, the BIA of Central Ohio is thrilled to announce that Big Night 2025 will be held on April 11, at the stunning Exchange at Bridge Park in Dublin, Ohio. Learn more.bia
Read MoreReforming Architectural Standards to Address Central Ohio’s Housing Crisis
This fourth installment in our Housing Blueprint series – that is focused on solutions to the housing crisis in Central Ohio – examines how reforming architectural standards can facilitate the construction of more affordable homes.
Read MoreSmaller Lots, Smarter Growth: How Density Can Reduce Costs and Boost Housing Supply
Lower infrastructure costs, more homes, and a healthier environment—zoning reform is the key to smarter growth. Learn how smaller lot sizes and higher density impact Central Ohio’s growing demand for housing.
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