The Salt Lake Home Builders Association, which has served as the unified voice for the residential construction industry in Salt Lake and Tooele counties since 1946, continues to shape the region's housing landscape through initiatives like the Parade of Homes. The association, which has grown to include more than 600 members, works to support builders, suppliers, and trades while advocating for a supportive free market in local government halls.
Regional Builder Offerings
As the industry continues its long-standing presence in the region, several prominent builders maintain active residential communities throughout the area. Ivory Homes, for instance, manages 91 different communities, offering a wide range of price points from $445,000 for Sagewood Village Cottages to $960,000 for Ridgeview Estates. Their offerings include various collections such as the Holbrook Place Collection, starting at $620,000, and the Cranefield Estates, with prices beginning at $688,000.
Wright Homes Portfolio
Wright Homes provides diverse housing options across seven communities, including single-family homes and townhomes. According to KSL Real Estate, the builder offers properties such as the Jackson Single Family, priced between $604,900 and $704,900, and the Teton Village - 55+ community, with prices ranging from $574,900 to $699,900. Other available properties include the Parkside Townhomes starting from $451,900 and the Joshua Tree Townhomes, which range from $436,900 to $487,900.
Destination Homes Developments
Destination Homes maintains a significant footprint with 15 communities, including high-end developments in the Daybreak area. The Daybreak - Designer Collection features properties ranging from $1,170,000 to $2,100,000, while the Daybreak - Watermark Single-family homes start at $676,900. Other community listings from the builder include Wilcox Farms, with prices between $470,400 and $537,400, and the Northstar Ranch, ranging from $469,990 to $675,990.
Eagle Mountain Listings
Concord Homes also maintains a presence in the local market, specifically in areas like Eagle Mountain. According to KSL Real Estate, their River Run community features homes with 2 to 4 bedrooms and 2 to 3 bathrooms, with square footage ranging from 1,300 to 4,779. Other Eagle Mountain developments by the builder include Brylee Farms and additional listings on Evergreen Way.
Association Leadership
The Salt Lake Home Builders Association is governed by a volunteer board of directors composed of industry leaders. The current executive committee includes President Jennie Tanner of Tanner Glass & Hardware, 1st Vice President Zachary Gordon of Vibe Homes and Company, 2nd Vice President Alex Cross of Cross Construction, Secretary Cassandra Nestoroff of Belgard, and Treasurer Kimberly Christensen of Mountain America Credit Union. The board also includes former President Dallin Corbridge of Sego Homes.
Industry Advocacy and History
The association's leadership and staff focus on various industry initiatives, including membership education, government affairs, and large-scale events. Staff members include Executive Officer Caroline Merrill, Parade of Homes & Events Director Eden Nelson, Membership & Education Director Bailie Appleton, and Government Affairs representative Marcus Jesson. The association has reached its 80th anniversary milestone, having been established in 1946 to protect the interests of builders and tradespeople in the Salt Lake and Tooele county areas.
