Mark Ivey Named President of Georgia Home Builders
The second-generation builder will oversee advocacy and affordability efforts for the state trade group.
Updated on Sept. 24, 2026 in Residential
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Mark Ivey, co-owner of Ivey Homes, has been installed as the new president of the Home Builders Association of Georgia (HBAG). He succeeds Gabe Chatham in leading the organization, which represents over 3,600 members across the state.
Why it matters
The transition in leadership signals a strategic pivot for the state's residential construction sector as it navigates ongoing challenges related to housing affordability and industry advocacy. This change impacts how the association supports its local members and engages with housing policy in Georgia.
The Home Builders Association of Georgia serves a network of 3,600 builder and associate members. Mark Ivey, an Augusta-based builder, assumes the role following his installation at the association's Fall Meeting.
The players
Mark Ivey
A second-generation builder and co-owner of Ivey Homes who serves as the new president of the state builders association.
Home Builders Association of Georgia
A trade organization representing over 3,600 members that advocates for the residential construction industry across the state.
Gabe Chatham
The predecessor who recently completed his term as president of the Home Builders Association of Georgia.
The details
Mark Ivey was installed as president during the HBAG Fall Meeting held at The Ritz-Carlton Reynolds Lake Oconee. As a second-generation builder and co-owner of Ivey Homes, he is now tasked with directing the organization's focus toward local association support and residential construction advocacy. His stated goals include growing membership, improving communications, and strengthening resources for local executive officers.
Timeline
Mark Ivey was installed as president of HBAG in September 2026.
The Home Front
The leadership change arrives as industry groups nationwide confront severe inventory constraints and record-high construction costs. The association continues to align its regional advocacy with broader trends in housing affordability and residential labor force development.
Homeowners should watch for future legislative or local building policy changes that may shift the cost of new residential development or renovations in their area. Tracking HBAG updates can help you stay informed on how these advocacy goals influence local construction standards and housing supply.
The takeaway
The transition to new leadership at the state builder's association marks a potential shift in how industry concerns are voiced in Georgia. Keep an eye on local housing development news and any shifts in residential construction costs that may follow changes in state-level industry advocacy.
Further reading
Learn more about local industry trends in our Residential section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Augusta Chronicle.
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