In this discussion, alternate housing refers to homes that are constructed differently from typical modern dwellings found in standard subdivisions across the country. Some dwellings, though, due to local building materials and climates, can be considered “alternate” in one location, but not in another (an adobe home in Michigan, for example, would be neither normal nor serviceable). Special care is needed when planning alternate housing: Allow plenty of time for the construction. Special materials must be obtained. Financing and building permits must be secured from institutions that may not be familiar with “different” methods of construction. A builder experienced in the kind of construction techniques needed for you might be difficult to find. You’ll need good, complete budget estimates. Site selection is usually crucial to the overall success of the completed home. Little things can mean a lot. Water tables, prevailing winds, orientation, and topography are all very important. Steel-Framed…
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