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Advancing Modular Construction in Government Affairs

As a trade association for the commercial modular construction industry, MBI works on behalf of its members around the worldwide to advance the prevalence and leniency toward modular construction in government affairs. Some of the most important work we do involves removing legislative barriers, helping to create industry-friendly codes and regulations, and connecting our members with the governmental agencies that govern their activities.

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A Huge Win for the Modular Construction Industry in Massachusetts

In early February, 2024, the Massachusetts Board of Building Regulations and Standards (BBRS) released its proposed 10th Edition building codes. This draft included several amendments targeting modular construction that would have created an extremely difficult environment for the entire modular industry and could have eliminated the industry entirely in the state.

Modular Industry Headlines

From the local to state to federal levels, legislative roadblocks and code issues continue to affect modular construction projects. Stay up-to-date on the latest issues affecting the modular construction industry and how MBI is working to protect your business and the modular construction and offsite industries at-large.

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Additional Articles

MBI Works with WA Labor and Industries Dept.

MBI Works with Washington State Labor and Industries Department to Adopt Third Party Plan Reviews At the end of August,…

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Modular Building Institute Protects Members Doing Business in New York

Modular Building Institute Protects Members Doing Business in New York Early during the 2020 New York State Legislature session, two…

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Breaking Down the “Modular Building Code”

MBI often gets calls from people asking, “what is the modular building code?” So, let’s answer that question here.

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Government Affairs Digests

These digest-style reports detail MBI's ongoing efforts on behalf of its members and the industry at-large. Questions? Contact MBI's government affairs director Jon Hannah-Spacagna.

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Modular Building Resources

ICC G5-2019 Guideline for the Safe Use of ISO Intermodal Shipping Containers Repurposed as Buildings and Building Components

fannie-mae-toolkit

Multifamily Modular Construction Toolkit from Fannie Mae