New home construction in central Minnesota has been strong so far this year. The Central Minnesota Builders Association says there have been 172 single-family building permits issued through the end of July.
There was an increase in new homes built in central Minnesota last year. The Central Minnesota Builders Association's building permit report shows a total of 629 units were permitted in 2016.
It's been a good year for home builders in central Minnesota. A building permit report released by the Central Minnesota Builders Association shows a big jump in the first six months of the year compared to the same time last year.
The Central Minnesota Builders Association has given $10,000 to local high schools to help their building and technology classes. The Central Minnesota Builders Association hopes the money will help students learn about the variety of jobs available.
The Central Minnesota Builder's Association Home Show kicked off the weekend with plenty to do, and look at. Some exhibits that I found interesting featured a brand new laser projection system, and an elaborate outdoor space.