The development of massive affordable housing units utilizing indigenous materials in Enugu State, Nigeria.

The development of massive affordable housing units utilizing indigenous materials in Enugu State, Nigeria.

Abstract: A wide range of construction materials are accessible locally. Lower building expenses can also be achieved through decreased material prices, which make up a significant portion of construction expenditures. The building business and those wishing to purchase a home are both seriously endangered by the growing cost of building supplies. Using local resources is a crucial strategy for reducing the cost of construction supplies for affordable housing. This study looks into how local materials' dynamic costs are taken into account when building mass housing in Nigeria. The goals are to determine which indigenous building materials are used in Nigerian home construction as well as the variables that influence those selections. Only eight of the studies identified 11 indigenous resources in Nigeria are "often used”. A review of the literature reveals that local dirt or earth is frequently utilized as flooring in residential buildings. Durability and manufacturing costs account for the majority (57%) of the 14 criteria's use of local resources, whereas air quality qualities had the least impact. The results also revealed that two of the eight benefits of utilizing local materials are lower building costs and the availability of inexpensive homes, as reported by 65% of respondents. The government should create a strategy to optimize and balance the usage of regional resources, according to the report's recommendations.

AMJD Volume. 12, Issue 3 (2023)

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The development of massive affordable housing units utilizing indigenous materials in Enugu State, Nigeria.