Homeowner News and Tips
Our homeowner news section keeps you up-to-date with the latest developments in the Cape Cod housing market, local regulations, and industry trends. From updates on zoning laws to insights into sustainable building practices, we cover a wide range of topics to ensure you're well-informed every step of the way.
Three pieces of coverage from the past month show energy affordability moving to the center of Massachusetts policy, alongside climate goals and sometimes ahead of them. An energy emergency. On…
Read MoreUse the free HBRACC member directory to find Cape Cod builders and contractors by type of work, town and budget, then check registration, licensing and contract terms before you hire.
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Energy codes don’t usually make dinner-table conversation – but on Cape Cod they increasingly shape renovation plans, heating choices and construction budgets. Every town from the bridges through Orleans, plus…
Read MoreJanuary 1st, the Town of Harwich implemented a new building permit fee structure that significantly changed how permit fees were calculated and how applications were processed. Under the new approach,…
Read MoreFor years, the Cape Cod housing market has been facing a growing challenge – there simply aren’t enough attainable homes for local families, young professionals, and retirees who want to…
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5 Things to Know Before Creating Your Outdoor Kitchen (or Lifestyle Space) Op-Ed – Author: Erin Cox of KAM Appliances ecox@kamonline.com Whether you’re designing a full outdoor kitchen, a simple…
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The Home Builders and Remodelers Association of Massachusetts (HBRAMA) had one of its most impactful years yet in 2024, leading the charge on housing advocacy and regulatory reform that directly…
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The greens of The Ridge Club in Sandwich, MA, were filled with energy and purpose on Monday, June 16, 2025, as Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod hosted its 4th…
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The Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities (EOHLC) has finalized a new regulation designed to protect Massachusetts homebuyers by ensuring they are fully informed of their right to a…
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As Massachusetts looks ahead to its next gubernatorial election, a recent poll reveals a clear message from voters: economic realities are driving decisions more than party lines. Reducing housing costs…
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