CODE OF ETHICS
SECTION I: The active members of this chapter shall be limited to those persons and firms who shall subscribe to the following code of Ethics.
A. As members in good standing of the Builders and Remodelers Association of Greater Ann Arbor, we believe in, and accept, the responsibilities and obligations inherent in our provision of housing, remodeling services, light commercial construction and other related services. We support the following objectives:
1. To conduct business affairs with professionalism and skill.
2. To provide the best housing value possible
3. To protect the consumer through the use of quality materials and construction practices backed by integrity and service.
4. To provide housing with high standards of safety, sanitation, and livability.
5. To meet all financial obligations in a responsible manner.
6. To comply with the spirit and letter of business contracts, and manage employees, subcontractors and suppliers with fairness and honor.
7. To keep informed regarding public policies and other essential information that affects our business interests and those of the building and remodeling industry as a whole.
8. To comply with the rules and regulations prescribed by law and government agencies for the health, safety, and welfare of the community.
9. To keep honesty as our guiding business policy.
10. To provide timely response to items covered under warranty.
11. To seek to resolve controversies through an non-litigation dispute resolution mechanism.
12. To support and abide by the decisions of the association in promoting and enforcing this Code of Ethics
B. Members assume the responsibility of this Code of Ethics freely and solemnly and are mindful that they are a part of our obligation as members of the Builders and Remodelers Association of Greater Ann Arbor.
C. We also believe that home ownership should be within the reach of all Americans.
D. Finally, because we hold inviolate the free enterprise system and the American way of life, we pledge our support to our associates, our local association and all related industries concerned with the preservation of inalienable rights and freedoms.