Business View Magazine - Nov 2023

38 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 10, ISSUE 11 4. Community Engagement: The association emphasizes community involvement and encourages its members to actively participate in various community service projects. This demonstrates the industry’s commitment to giving back to the communities they serve. The Wisconsin Builders Association has had a significant impact on the construction industry in Wisconsin and beyond. Its advocacy efforts have resulted in the implementation of policies that promote growth, affordability, and sustainability within the construction sector. By actively engaging with legislators and regulatory bodies, the association has played a vital role in shaping the legal and regulatory framework that governs the industry. In the last five years, the association has succeeded in several housing wins: • Reducing the exposure period for a claim resulting from a building or remodeling project from 10 years to 7 years • Streamlining the processes for housing development in areas that contain wetlands • Raising the bar for passing automatic sprinkler requirements in homes, ensuring