Dubbo Regional, NSW evaluates 3D printed housing trial in response to population growth
Dubbo Regional, NSW 3D Printed Housing Trial Growth
Council members approved a trial of the technology on four residential blocks at Keswick Estate. Advocates for the pilot estimate a 50% reduction in home construction costs while employing local tradespeople. The council's CEO will develop a framework balancing legal requirements, costs, and housing goals before the council seeks vendors. Dubbo Regional Council hopes that 3D-printed homes can accommodate its share of the region's 21% projected population growth by 2040.
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Could 3D house-printing be the answer to regional Australia's housing crisis? A regional city is considering investing in a trial.
Cut costs in half: Dubbo to trial 3D printed homes
A western NSW council will trial 3D printed homes in an attempt to overcome Australia’s worker and material shortages. Houses are being 3D printed internationally in the US, Italy and the Netherlands. In January, Australia’s first 3D-printed house was made in Melbourne. Dubbo Councillor Matt Wright told Deborah Knight materials such as concrete and clay […]
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