At the Huntsville Area Association of REALTORS® (HAAR), advocacy is at the heart of our mission. We serve as the primary voice for real estate across North Alabama, working proactively with local municipalities, county commissions, and state legislators to defend private property rights, promote smart economic growth, and expand sustainable housing opportunities for our entire region.
Whether monitor zoning updates in Huntsville and Madison, engaging on regional infrastructure planning, or mobilizing members on state legislation, HAAR ensures that REALTORS® and property owners always have a seat at the table.
Real estate decisions happen locally. HAAR tracks municipal ordinances, land-use regulations, and local tax policies across Madison County, Jackson County, and surrounding North Alabama communities.
Monitoring Local Issues: Zoning changes, infrastructure & road development, sign ordinances, short-term rental regulations, and local building codes.
Community Engagement: Building strong partnerships with local city councils, planning commissions, and regional economic development organizations.
Call to Action Alerts: Immediate notifications sent to members when critical local issues impact your daily business or your clients’ property rights.
Got a local issue in your municipality? Contact our Public Policy Team at outreach@valleymls.com.
RPAC is our industry’s non-partisan tool for backing policy champions who understand the real estate business and support property ownership. RPAC does not buy votes; it supports candidates—regardless of party affiliation—who fight for private property rights, reasonable tax policy, and a thriving local economy.
Why Invest? Every dollar invested in RPAC protects your commission, safeguards your clients’ investments, and keeps the real estate industry strong.
Investor Recognition: Join your fellow HAAR Major Investors and RPAC contributors who are actively shaping the future of North Alabama real estate.
As a HAAR member, you are part of a 1.5 million-member alliance nationwide. Through the REALTOR® Party, we leverage federal, state, and local grant programs, technical tools, and grassroots campaigns to solve local community challenges.
Sign Up for REALTOR® Party Mobile Alerts: Get fast, direct text notifications when urgent federal or state Call for Actions drop. Text REALTOR to 30644 to subscribe.
Broker Involvement Program: Broker-owners can automatically engage their agents on critical legislative threats with personalized firm communications.
Join the HAAR Governmental Affairs Committee: Help direct HAAR’s advocacy priorities, interview candidates, and shape regional public policy hands-on. Email outreach@valleymls.com for availability.
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