Cohousing-L Mailing List: Re: Separating the Common House (was construction sequence)

[Sharon Villines (sharon]

> The distinct
> disadvantages might be that 1) Construction costs would probably be
> increased by not doing it all at once

Is there any formula for weighing increased construction costs against
interest rates?

The construction costs may be increased but you would also have the building
which helps with the management of the rest of the construction.

And in having the common house functioning, you spread out the little
hassles of dealing with the ills of new construction. Having one building
that actually works (all the bugs out) can be a huge relief.

And if you build in temporary living quarters, they will be used, greatly
defraying the costs of running the building.

At least  half our people were living in temporary housing by the time we
were ready for move-in.

Sharon.

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