The Institute for Building Technology and Safety

IBTS is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to strengthening communities as a trusted partner to local, state, and federal governments. IBTS is headquartered in Ashburn, Virginia, with branch offices across the country. IBTS's work is guided by a Board of Directors comprised of government officials appointed by five of the most highly respected, grassroots, state and local governmental associations, including the Council of State Governments (CSG), International City/County Management Association (ICMA), National Association of Counties (NACo), National Governors Association Center for Best Practices (NGA Center), and National League of Cities (NLC).