2017 Entry Packet New Construction

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1 2017 Entry Packet New Construction Requirements for Featured Homes (full page in the guidebook with rendering) [ ] Payment (see schedule below) [ ] Contract (pages 1-2) [ ] Featured Home Info Sheet (pages 3-4) [ ] Door Greeter Form (page 5) [ ] Directional Sign Order Form (page 6) [ ] Photo Instructions (page 7) Fee Schedule (Featured Homes) Requirements* Deadline Cost Pages 1-6 March 31, 2017 $800 + $100 deposit for signs = $900 Page 7 and Photo April 13, 2017 Included in above Pages 1-7 and Photo April 13, 2017 $ $100 deposit for signs = $1100 Pages 1-7 and Photo on or after April 14, 2017 $ $100 deposit for signs = $1300 * If all required material is not turned in by the deadline, your Parade cost will increase to the next level. Requirements for Each Additional Listing (address listed in the guidebook; no rendering and no full page) [ ] Must have at least 1 Featured Home in the Parade [ ] Payment (see schedule below) [ ] Home Info Sheet (page 8) Fee Schedule (Additional Listings) Requirements* Deadline Cost Page 8 March 31, 2017 $200 + $100 deposit for signs = $300 Page 8 April 13, 2017 $250 + $100 deposit for signs = $350 Page 8 on or after April 14, 2017 $300 + $100 deposit for signs = $400 * If all required material is not turned in by the deadline, your Parade cost will increase to the next level.

2 Page 1 Contract #1 Home Builders Association of Northwest Louisiana 2017 Parade of Homes Participation Agreement Company Representative Mailing Address City State Zip Phone Fax HBA of Northwest Louisiana MEMBERS First Featured Home (full page in book) - $900 by 3/31; $1100 by 4/13; $1300 after) $ Additional Featured Homes - EACH $900 by 3/31; $1100 by 4/13; $1300 after) $ Additional Listings (address only) EACH $300 by 3/31; $350 by 4/13; $400 after) $ TOTAL MEMBER ENTRY FEE $ The above rates are only available to current HBA of NW LA members. Each home s fee includes a $100 deposit that will be refunded with the timely return of all signs and a balanced moneybag. The undersigned does hereby agree to indemnify and hold harmless the HBA for any and all claims, suits, and/or causes of action that may arise from, out of, and/or connected with the undersigned s participation in the Parade of Homes, and furthermore, agrees to release the HBA from any claims of subrogation against said HBA for any and all claims that may arise in and out of the HBA s 2017 Parade of Homes. The signature below indicates acceptance of all rules, terms, conditions, and policies set forth for this event. Builder Signature Date Your initials are required as indicated on Page 2 of this contract. HBA Executive Officer Date Complete, sign, and return [ ] Check Enclosed [ ] Charge my card with payment to: Home Builders Association Name on Card of Northwest Louisiana 2038 East 70 th Street Card # Shreveport, LA Exp. Date Security Code

3 Page 2 Contract #2 TERMS & CONDITIONS: When signed by an authorized representative, this Agreement indicated that the Company has read the Terms and Conditions and agrees to be bound by them. The Home Builders Association of Northwest Louisiana reserves all rights to final and binding interpretations of this Agreement. During parade hours, it is the responsibility of each Builder to keep his home staffed with persons properly attired and knowledgeable about the home on display as well as the policies of the Home Builders Association of Northwest Louisiana. The Home Builders Association of Northwest Louisiana reserves the right to modify, curtail or terminate any home which reflects unfavorably on the Home Builders Association of Northwest Louisiana, the character of the Parade or which offends the community. These rights extend to advertising materials, literature, souvenirs and novelties placed in the homes. Should such action be taken against a Builder, no refund of any kind shall be made. 1) To enter the 2017 Parade of Homes, I agree to pay an entry fee guaranteeing a right to participate in the 2017 Parade of Homes with my on-site, stick-built home. 2) I agree to protect, indemnify and hold harmless the HBA, the Committee, the officers, directors, agents and employees from and against any loss, claim or damage sustained by said parties as a result of personal injury cause to any person by any defect or dangerous condition in the Parade house or site. 3) I agree to provide the Committee the official listing of my parade house(s). Only one house rendering promoted in official publication, excluding maps, per entry fee. Additional houses may be featured at $1100 per rendering. Additional houses can be listed for an additional $350 each. 4) My parade home must be completed and ready for inspection by noon, May 30, The Committee reserves the right to exclude my home from the Parade and I understand that no refunds will be issued. No Exceptions. 5) If my house is inspected and deemed incomplete I will ensure that this house will not be open to the public for any reason during Parade hours. FAILURE TO COMPLY COULD RESULT IN THE SUSPENSION OF MY HBA MEMBERSHIP AND/OR JEOPARDIZE THE ELIGIBILITY OF ANY FUTURE PARADE OF HOMES ENTRIES. 6) I agree to furnish the HBA with a certificate of General Liability insurance with this signed contract. 7) Prior to the Parade dates and after inspection of my house, I will receive an "Official Parade House" sign along with directional signs leading to the site. I further agree to place any additional signs as required by the HBA. 8) I agree to open my house for public viewing each Saturday and Sunday from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m., or hours fixed by the Committee, with my official representative or myself in attendance. I understand that the Parade is a public event and that no one can be denied entrance to the Parade of Homes due to personal animosity or discriminatory reasons. I further agree to not perform or cause to be performed any act which would tend to reflect on or bring into disrepute any part of the home building industry served by this Association. 9) I agree that my Parade house shall not be occupied or previously occupied by an owner or tenant. 10) Any builder who enters a house before the deadline, and subsequently sells the house, may substitute another house in its place under the following conditions: a) All terms of this agreement have been met; b) The substitute house can be completed in time for the Parade; c) The builder must request this house substitution in writing to the Committee. 11) If a parade house is sold and no substitute provided, one-half of the entry fee may be refunded prior to 4 pm, April 13, No refunds will be issued after that date. 12) The HBA shall maintain editorial control over the use of the official Parade of Homes name. 13) I agree to support the admission charge of $5.00. A door greeter will be provided for me at no additional charge. 14) I will not serve alcoholic beverages in my Parade home during published Parade hours. 15) My entry fee includes a $100 deposit for signage and moneybag. This fee will be refunded upon the return of a balanced moneybag and all signs in good condition by 4 pm, June 14, Signature I have read and understand the information in this contract and I agree to abide by all terms and conditions.

4 Page 3 Featured Home Info Sheet #1 (If you have more than one Featured Home, please make additional copies of Pages 3 and 4) *This information will be used in the Parade of Homes Guidebook, online, and in the iphone app. Please type or print very clearly. Builder Name: Company Name: Phone Number: Company Website: Builder Are you on: [ ] Facebook [ ] Linked In [ ] Instagram FEATURED HOME Parade Home Address: Subdivision: City: Zip Code: Price or Price Range of Featured Home: Living Area: Total Sq. Ft.: # Bedrooms: # Baths: Check all that apply: [ ] Gated Community [ ] 2-Story Home [ ] For Sale/Spec [ ] Community Pool [ ] Staged/Furnished for Parade [ ] Sold/Custom

5 Page 4 Featured Home Info Sheet #2 List 5-8 amenities or highlights of your home for the Parade Guidebook: Please provide a brief description of your featured home, your company (history, philosophy, etc.) and/or your neighborhood( words Max): Please illustrate directions to your Parade House from the nearest major road. N

6 Page 5 Door Greeter Form The majority of visitors to the Parade of Homes visit multiple homes in several neighborhoods during both weekends. To maintain consistency for this event, we ask that you cooperate with the door greeter policy set by the Parade of Homes committee. Please review the following bullet points concerning door greeters: The door greeter s responsibility is limited to selling tickets, checking tickets, and distributing guidebooks. The person is not a tour guide, hostess, etc. Each visitor to the Parade of Homes must have a ticket. The builder will pick up tickets and start-up money for change when he/she picks up signs and books prior to the Parade. The builder will be responsible for the money and tickets overnight and during the week in between the two Parade weekends. The builder will deliver the balanced moneybag and leftover tickets to the HBA Office by 4 pm on Wednesday, June 14 th. The builder will be responsible for any discrepancies in the moneybag. [ ] I will supply my own door greeter for every home I have in the Parade. [ ] The HBA will supply a door greeter for every home I have in the Parade through Jean Simpson Personnel Services at no additional cost. I will not leave this person alone in my Parade home at any time. [ ] I need to make special arrangements. Call me at. Print Name Signature Date

7 Page 6 - Directional Sign Order Form Visitors to the Parade of Homes rely on directional signs to guide them through neighborhoods to your home. Please take a moment to think about how to direct traffic to your Parade home(s) from the nearest major road, and how many directional signs you will need. Builder Right Left Straight [ ] I understand that all signs must be returned in good condition to the HBA Office by 4 pm on Wednesday, June 14 th for my deposit to be refunded. [ ] I understand that it is my responsibility to pick up signs the week between Parade weekends, and Sunday after the Parade is over. Office Use Only Official Right Left Straight Stakes Books

8 Page 7 Photo Instructions REQUIRED: [ ] 1 photograph of your Parade home (due by April 13 th ). An artist will draw a rendering of your home from this photograph. Photograph should be at least 8 megapixels, or 150 dpi at 8x10. If you use a digital camera or a camera phone ( bought in 2012 or later), your photo should be acceptable. Be sure and take the photo in good lighting, square up the house, and take the picture from the angle you want the rendering drawn. You should be fairly close to the house. REQUIRED: [ ] Copy of front elevation from your plans OPTIONAL: [ ] Does the artist need to add anything that s not obvious from your picture and elevation? For example, shutters, gas lights, sidewalk, or other custom features. If so, please describe them or sketch them on a separate piece of paper. DEADLINE for Page 7: THURSDAY, APRIL 13 th at 4 pm

9 Page 8 Additional Listings (If you have more than one Additional Listing, please make additional copies of Page 8) Company: Parade Home Address: Subdivision: City: Zip Code: Price or Price Range of Featured Home: Living Area: Total Sq. Ft.: # Bedrooms: # Baths: Check all that apply: [ ] Gated Community [ ] 2-Story Home [ ] Community Pool [ ] Staged/Furnished for Parade [ ] For Sale/Spec Home [ ] Sold/Custom Please illustrate directions to your Parade House from the nearest major road. N