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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