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A Strong Voice in PoliticsIf you’re a REALTOR®, politics is your business. Every day, the Austin Board of REALTORS® (ABoR) and its members work to protect the real estate industry and defend private property rights. Your investment in the Texas Real Estate Political Action Committee (TREPAC) allows ABoR to engage policymakers and represent the REALTOR® voice on public issues that directly affect homeowners and the real estate industry. You can help make that voice stronger by doing your part and making an investment in TREPAC today. Where Does ABoR Stand?Issue: Short-term rentals or vacation rentals by owners (residential structures leased for periods less than 30 days) Position: In Support ABoR supports preserving the character of Austin neighborhoods and protecting the quality of life of its residents. ABoR also believes homeowners have a right to lease their homes, regardless of the length of the lease, without municipal licensing requirements or registration fees. Issue: Residential Rental Registration Program, City of Austin Position: Opposed ABoR opposes the implementation of a Residential Rental Registration Ordinance in the City of Austin. The Austin Board of REALTORS® supports a comprehensive program utilizing existing public and private resources that will balance the needs of property owners and tenants, and improve property values and the quality of life in our communities. Issue: Comprehensive Plan Process, City of Austin Position: In support ABoR supports and encourages community and specifically REALTOR® involvement in the City of Austin’s Comprehensive Plan process. Issue: Remodeling Ordinance, City of Austin Position: Supported the Home Builders of Greater Austin ABoR supported the Home Builders of Greater Austin’s position and efforts to inform and educate city staff and community advocates on the unintended consequences of changing the current remodeling ordinance without understanding the impact on current and future homeowners as well as builders in Austin. On June 24, 2010, the Austin City Council voted 7-0 and passed the new Remodeling Ordinance, which was supported by all stakeholders. Issue: Regional Transportation Infrastructure Position: In support ABoR supports all efforts by Central Texas governments and quasi-governmental entities to improve sustain and build the Central Texas transportation infrastructure. Issue: Energy Conservation Audit Disclosure Program Position: In support ABoR supports the City of Austin’s current Energy Efficiency Ordinance which went into effect on June 1, 2009. Learn more about ABoR’s positions on these issues. |
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