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Government regulations add nearly $132K to cost of new home, builders say
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· June 19, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway According to the National Association of Home Builders, this amount is roughly $132,000.
In West Lake Hills , TX, and across the nation, the cost of new homes is being impacted by government regulations. A recent study by the National Association of Home Builders has shed light on this issue. The study found that government regulations add a significant amount to the cost of a newly built home.
According to the National Association of Home Builders, this amount is roughly $132,000. Further details on this study and its findings are available from the National Association of Home Builders, for those interested in learning more about how government regulations are affecting housing costs.
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Published: June 19, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 7 Austin (KTBC) - News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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