History of Home Builders Federation in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: April 10, 2025

The Home Builders Federation (HBF) is a trade association representing private sector homebuilders in England and Wales. HBF members are responsible for approximately 80% of the new homes built annually in the region, making it a key voice in the housing market. The organization likely advocates for policies and regulations that support the homebuilding industry, influencing housing supply and affordability.

1939: Establishment of the National Association of House Builders

In 1939, the National Association of House Builders was established, marking the early roots of what would become the Home Builders Federation.

1946: Formation of the Federation of Registered House Builders

In 1946, the National Association of House Builders transitioned into the Federation of Registered House Builders, representing the housing sector within the National Federation of Building Trades Employers (NFBTE).

1970: Establishment of the House Builders Federation

In 1970, the Federation of Registered House Builders was renamed to the House Builders Federation.

1997: Part of the Construction Confederation

In 1997, the HBF became part of the National Federation of Building Trades Employers (NFBTE) successor umbrella organisation, the Construction Confederation.

2000: Withdrawal from Construction Confederation begins

In 2000, the HBF began its withdrawal from the Construction Confederation.

2001: Vote to terminate Construction Confederation membership

In 2001, the HBF voted to terminate its membership of the Construction Confederation.

January 2003: Membership termination

In January 2003, HBF terminated its membership of the Construction Confederation.

2005: Name change to Home Builders Federation

In 2005, the House Builders Federation changed its name to the Home Builders Federation.

February 2022: Accusation against the UK government

In February 2022, the HBF accused the UK government of not working "constructively" to resolve the post-Grenfell cladding and fire safety crisis, and of hurling "clearly not proportionate" threats against the housing industry.

July 2022: Concerns regarding remediation of unsafe cladding

In July 2022, the HBF wrote to the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, expressing concerns about the commitments its members were being asked to make regarding remediation of unsafe cladding.