Podcast: NAHB Legal Expert Discusses Huge Supreme Court Case on Impact Fees

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On the latest episode of the NAHB podcast Housing Developments, hosts CEO Jim Tobin and COO Paul Lopez welcome Tom Ward, NAHB vice president of legal advocacy, to discuss a huge case argued yesterday at the U.S. Supreme Court on impact fees charged to home builders, home owners and developers. 

The group also discusses the latest on Capitol Hill, including potential moves to avert a government shutdown.

Watch the latest episode below and subscribe to Housing Developments through your favorite podcast provider.

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