11-11-2014, 03:37 PM
Abstracts: In this study we have attempted to define Low Cost Housing by using three key parameters viz. income level, size of dwelling unit and affordability. Low cost housing projects are characterized by an increasing demand mainly due to urbanization. The approaches for low cost housing consist of reduction in cost of labour, using cost effective material, using new and improved technology, thus reducing overall construction cost. In the present study material based approach is adopted to bring out cost effective housing. Low cost housing projects are closely related to urbanization, natural population growth and the economical, financial and political situation.