The Guide is based on a research project that developed a model apartment building and a corresponding timber solution, and compared it with conventional concrete construction.
Introduction
The timber solution was designed to optimise functional performance, constructability and cost effectiveness and provides guidance for compliance under the National Construction Code (NCC).
The timber solution was found to be significantly cheaper:
- Timber Framed: $624,854.00 or 13% cheaper than the concrete solution and $332,987 or 7.5% cheaper than Cross Laminated Timber solution
- Cross Laminated Timber: $291,867.00 or 6% cheaper than the concrete solution
Savings also existed in the preliminary costs for the project, craneage and footings, areas not recognised when comparing costs.
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