Builders Association of the Twin Cities

Parde of Homes

Parade of Homes Spring PreviewSM

February 28 – March 22, 2009
Deadline for entry: November 5, 2008

Click here for Price Increase Letter
Click here for new information - "Change" Flyer
Download the complete packet or download individual forms below.

Mandatory Entry Forms
Information Guide (PDF)
Entry Form (PDF)
Participation Agreement (PDF)
Lifestyle Categories (NEW) (PDF)

New Development Entry forms
Development Entry Form (PDF)
Development Participation Agreement (PDF)
Class D/E Builder Form (PDF)


Optional Entry Forms
Internet Information (PDF)
Internet Upgrade Opportunities Form
(PDF)
Mini Tour Feature Form (PDF)
Dream Home Builder Form (PDF)
Marketplace (New Products) Form (PDF)
Promotional Postcard (NEW)
(PDF)
Special Events Calendar Form (PDF)


Information about the event
All entries are due at the BATC office via mail or delivery by deadline (November 5, 2008) and must include:

  • Entry Form (Development entries have different forms)
  • Check for $2,995 for each entry (one check is OK, made payable to BATC)
  • Signed Participation Agreement
  • A blueprint of each entry’s front elevation (for new elevations only)
  • A copy of the Hudson or Kings map page with "X" marks the spot (for new entries only)
  • Builder License
  • A Certificate of Liability Insurance - Per the Department of Commerce the certificate MUST be identical to the name on your builder license.
  • Remember to label each page you submit, including blueprints and map pages with your company name and entry address.
  • Download an Information Guide (PDF)
  • View a complete Timeline (PDF)


Important dates to remember:
  • 11/05 - Entry Deadline
  • 12/03 - First proofs mailed to builders.
  • 12/11 - First proofs must be returned to BATC. Last date to pull a home (entry fee less $100 returned). - Written notification must be received by BATC office on or before this date. Last chance to substitute or move entries more than one mile (must submit $100 with new entry form, Hudson or King map photocopy, and blueprint to the BATC).
  • 12/18 - Builder-submitted camera-ready art due.
  • 12/29 - Final proofs mailed to builders
  • 1/06 - Final proofs must be returned to BATC. Last chance to substitute or move entries less than one mile, but within the same city (must submit $100 with new entry form, Hudson or King Map photocopy and blueprint to BATC). If your site is not represented in the Hudson or Kings map books, please submit SOME SORT OF MAP — city, county, MNDOT, etc. Final price change deadline. Last date to banner a home “Not Available for Showing”. Written notification due to BATC on or before this date. Must provide evidence of an approved building permit.
  • 2/28 - 3/22
    2009 Parade of Homes Spring PreviewSM Days and hours: Note New Hours
    Thursday - Sunday, 12 noon - 6 pm
  • 3/23 - Directional signs must be removed by 5pm
  • 4/03 - Directional signs must be returned to the BATC office on or before this date.


Rules Violations
Remember that the Parade of HomesSM is the most valuable asset we have, and the rules you have agreed to abide by are in place to ensure its continued success.

At any time you discover that you have made an error (pricing discrepancy, delay in completion, etc.) please contact Linda immediately.






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