Ohio Valley Development Council

The Ohio Valley Development Council (OVDC) is the advocacy arm of the HBA. Its mission is to monitor issues and advocate on regulatory policies that impact the residential construction industry in Southwest Ohio.

Since its establishment in 1976, the OVDC has expanded its influence to nearly every political jurisdiction in southwest Ohio as well as the Army Corps of Engineers, Ohio EPA, and the Ohio Department of Transportation. Membership in OVDC is individual and not included in HBA dues. Because the Ohio Valley Development Council is an affiliate council of the Home Builders Association, your company or organization must be an HBA member.

Meetings of the OVDC are held monthly, often featuring presentations or speakers from local officials. The OVDC is governed by a board of directors and members can engage in several committees that deal with the many facets of development and land use:

● County Sub Committees: Members serve as liaisons between the HBA, OVDC and county officials from Butler, Clermont, Hamilton, and Warren counties.

● OEPA & ACOE: Members work with OEPA and Army Corps of Engineers officials on environmental policies that affect the land development industry.

● Water & Sewer: Members monitor issues affecting the area’s water and sewer infrastructure and submit input on new or revised regulations.

● Public Utilities: Members work with local utilities on issues affecting the development and home construction industries.

● Speakers: Members schedule presentations/speakers for OVDC meetings.

To join the OVDC, click here. For more information on the Ohio Valley Development Council, contact Carmen Hickerson, chickerson@cincybuilders.com.