NAHBA 2006 Annual Education Conference August 27 – 30, 2006

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Basis in HBA: States’ Rights

Basis in HBA: 1992 Amendment State “in its discretion”

Basis in HBA: “to promote the reasonable, orderly and effective display of OA”

Basis in state storm damage laws Grace period Storm damage repair

For Example…Basis in TN law

Basis in federal regs: “each state shall develop its own criteria” 23 Highways

Basis in federal regs: “a sign may be considered destroyed” 23 Highways

Basis in federal regs: “states shall submit regulations for approval” 23 Highways

Intent of storm damage amendment

Intent of storm damage amendment No pre-emption of state or local authority Only signs in commercial and industrial areas Strict limits on rebuilding Built-in review process within 36 months Back to August, 2004

“We support the provision that clarifies flexibility of states regarding rebuilding sign structures…” --Governor Blanco

“I wanted to make you aware of my support.” --Governor Barbour

Reasons for amendment

New importance of outdoor

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