Affordable Housing: Challenge and Response-Volume II: Affordable Residential Construction: A Guide for Home Builders.
Author(s):
Fisher, E. Lee
Publication Date:
7/1/1987
Sponsoring Organization(s):
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Washington, DC
Performing Organization(s):
National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) National Research Center Upper Marlboro, MD
Availability:
HUD USER, P.O. Box 23268, Washington, DC 20026-3268; phone (800) 245-2691; fax (202) 708-9981; or TDD (800) 927-7589
Notes:
See also volume I, 5039.
Descriptors:
Affordable housing. Demonstration projects. Cost saving construction techniques.
Abstract:
This guide describes methods to reduce costs in most phases of direct construction of a house, based on techniques proven effective in HUD's Joint Venture for Affordable Housing (JVAH) demonstration projects. Because many methods discussed in the guide are not presently acceptable under some local regulations, readers are urged to check the local code or consult local building officials before adopting any new techniques. The manual is organized is organized along the lines of how a house is built, starting with design and moving into footings and foundations, floors, walls and partitions, firewalls, and roof framing. Also covered are plumbing, electrical, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning, business practices, and marketing. Each section contains a general discussion of the topic followed by specific cost-saving innovations and JVAH case study experiences. Photographs, drawings, references, and a list of JVAH participants are provided.
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