Lancaster, PA (June 12, 2009) – The two most coveted local honors in home building were presented at the Lancaster/Lebanon Parade of Homes Gala Friday evening,, held at the Eden Resort Inn & Suites. This annual Gala officially kicks off the Parade of Homes, recognizing all entries and announcing the winning homes.

Sponsored by Fulton Bank, the Lancaster/Lebanon Parade of Homes is a free public event presented jointly by the Building Industry Association of Lancaster County (BIA) and the Lebanon County Builders Association (LCBA). The Parade is sponsored by Fulton Bank and Lebanon Valley Farmers Bank.

The 2009 Parade of Homes Lancaster County Fulton Award was presented to Merv Miller Builder, for his home located at 9 Snyder Hill Road, Lititz (home #27). The 3 bedroom, 2 ½ bath custom-built home is priced at $629,400 and boasts the following features:

• Covered patio with complete outdoor living: Fireplace, grill, kitchen, and hot tub
• Custom craftsman trim throughout
• Custom closets by California Closets
• Walk-in shower and Jacuzzi tub in the master bath
• Geo-thermal heating and air conditioning and many other green building products
• Imitation cedar shake siding and stone façade with special craftsman-style trim and doors

The 2009 Lebanon County Fulton Award was presented to Garman Builders, Inc. for their entry located at 23 Wheatland Circle, Lebanon (home #52). This home touts:

• 4,930 square feet of living space with attached 3-car garage and detached 1-car carriage garage
• Deluxe master suite with walk-in tile shower, whirlpool tub, tray ceiling, gas fireplace, private covered balcony and spacious walk-in closet
• Custom kitchen featuring granite countertops, raised panel cabinets, a butler pantry, and state-of-the-art appliances
• Large mudroom features custom bench and peg units, powder room, and pet shower
• Library with built-in shelves
• Detailed bedroom window seats
• Energy savings with spray foam technology

The Parade of Homes entries were divided into 16 divisions according to the price, type, and location of the homes. Along with the Fulton Awards, One home in each division earned a "Best in Show" Award, with additional awards for "Best" in: Exterior, Interior, Bath, Kitchen, Decorating, Landscaping,. The entries were judged on June 9 and 10 by judges from outside the area, using a numerical scoring system.

• Single Family, Lancaster County, Division 1 ($257,000 - $304,000)
  Garman Builders, Inc., 106 Summerlyn Dr., Ephrata (Entry #4)
• Single Family, Lancaster County, Division 2 ($354,000 - $390,000)
  Woods Edge Builders, Inc., 119 Kilgannon Ln.., Lancaster (Entry #9)
• Single Family, Lancaster County, Division 3 ($399,000-$440,000)
  Hogan & Herr, 308 Bowyer Ln., Lititz (Entry #18)
• Single Family, Lancaster County, Division 4 ($459,000-$476,000)
  Garman Builders, 58 Summerlyn Dr., Ephrata (Entry #22)
• Single Family, Lancaster County, Division 5 ($529,000)
  Landmark Homes, Inc., 127 Royal Horse Way, Reinholds (Entry #23)
• Single Family, Lancaster County, Division 6 ($598,000-$630,000)
  Merv Miller Builder, 9 Snyder Hill Rd., Lititz (Entry #27)
• Single Family, Lancaster County, Division 7 ($690,000-$770,000)
  Gerard Builders, Inc., 631 Quail Creek, Manheim (Entry #29)
• Single Family, Lancaster County, Division 8 ($796,000 - $850,000)
  Providence Homes & Neighborhoods, 6 Buena Vista Ln., Denver (Entry #31)
• Single Family, Lancaster County, Division 9 ($1,000,000 - Unpublished)
  Costello Builders, 618 Willow Green Dr., Lititz (Entry #32)
• Single Family, Lebanon County, Division 1 ($294,000-$363,000)
  Woodland Contractors, 138 Monticello Dr., Lebanon (Entry #48)
• Single Family, Lebanon County, Division 3 ($469,000)
  Tri-Valley Contractors, Inc., 5 Harvest Dr., Myerstown (Entry #49)
• Single Family, Lebanon County, Division 7 ($674,000 – Unpublished)
  Garman Builders, Inc., 23 Wheatland Cr., Lebanon (Entry #52)
• Townhomes, Lancaster County, Division 1 ($173,000-$214,000)
  Hess Home Builders, 124 Baneberry Ln., Lititz (Entry #37)
• Townhomes, Lancaster County, Division 2 ($298,000-$300,000)
  Larry C. Dombach, Inc., 1317 Canterbury Dr., Mount Joy (Entry #38)
• Apartments, Lancaster County, Division 1 ($899 - $1,000)
  Garman Builders, Inc., 30 Stonecreek Cr., Ephrata (Entry #42)

The 2009 Parade of Homes showcases over $20 million in the finest new home construction in Lancaster and Lebanon Counties, incorporating the latest in design, decorating and trends. Featured trends include: Green Building/Energy Efficiency, First Floor Living, Easy Living Community, and Exceptional Outdoor Living. Other exciting amenities in select homes include grand stone and marble fireplaces, distinctive features like wine cellars and greenhouses, unique custom trim, vaulted, tray, and coffered ceilings, decorative stamped concrete patios and walkways, and whole-home automation systems.

A description of each home and a map of home locations can be found in the 2009 Parade of Homes Guidebook or on the Parade of Homes website (www.CentralPAParadeofHomes.com). Guidebooks are available at area Fulton Bank locations, the BIA office (204 Butler Avenue, Lancaster) and the LCBA office (39 Klein Avenue, Lebanon), or at any Parade home. This free event runs June 13-21. All Parade homes are open weekdays 5-8 p.m. and weekends 12-6 p.m.

The Building Industry Association of Lancaster County is a non-profit trade organization representing companies that do business in the residential construction industry. Our mission is to promote our member companies while advocating for a fair market business environment that meets the housing & building needs of Lancaster County.

• Please Click Here For a complete listing of the 2009 Parade of Homes winners in all categories.