Modular Building Systems Association
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This article is about the Modular Building Systems Association, also known as the MBSA.
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About the MBSA
For over thirty (30) years, the MBSA or Modular Building Systems Association, has been representing the modular housing industry in a variety of capacities. Headquartered in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania the association has members and affiliates throughout the United States and truly fosters the exchange of information and innovation in the modular industry.
For Construction Professionals
Manufacturer, Builder/Developer, Supply & Service Company, Design Professional, Real Estate Agent
The MBSA works for the modular industry on areas of state and national legislation relative to transportation issues, code compliance, product classification, education and training and much, much more. Through MBSA meetings, seminars and training events, social networking, and ongoing discussion suppliers, manufacturers, builders, developers, design professionals all share technology and important business information as well as industry trends.
For the Home Buyer
The MBSA works as a communication channel for the homebuyer to potential homebuilders. A potential homebuilder can use the MBSA as a resource for locating and contacting approved MBSA members to purchase their home. By actively promoting builders/manufacturers by geographic trade area the MBSA fosters a strong link for the consumer when making a home building decision.
Mission Statement of the MBSA
"The mission of the Modular Building Systems Association (MBSA) is to be the primary organization advancing the legislative and regulatory interests of the modular industry in the United States. The MBSA strives to increase awareness of the value of modular construction by consumers, suppliers, builders, government officials, and other publics; it advocates public policies that make modular building systems available on a cost-effective basis. The MBSA serves as a forum where members, suppliers, and builders work together for the purpose of fostering the exchange of information and innovation in the modular industry."
Legislative & Regulatory Positions of the MBSA
Click here to read the MBSA Position Papers on the following issues:
- Building Codes
- Builder Licensing
- Third Party Plan Review
- Transportation Issues
- Uniform Sales Tax
- Zoning & Deed Restriction Legislation
History of the MBSA
The MBSA was founded in April 1977 by a group of Pennsylvania modular manufacturers that were seeking to further the advancement of the industry they loved. Please follow this link to read more about the History of MBSA.
MBSA Executive Committee
Detailed information about the MBSA Executive Committee is available here.
MBSA Staff
The Executive Director of the MBSA is Chad C. Harvey.
MBSA Contact Information
Modular Building Systems Association
P.O. Box 62010
Harrisburg, PA 17106
Tel: (717) 238-9130
Fax: (717) 238-9156
Join the MBSA
Membership in the MBSA is open to all modular manufacturers, design professionals, supply and service companies and builders and developers. Please download a Membership Application today. The Modular Building Systems Association (MBSA) thanks you in advance for becoming a member of the Association and we are sure you will enjoy our wide variety of membership benefits for years to come.
