Mukiri wrote:obiero wrote:Mukiri wrote:bennry wrote:I think mabati houses are cheaper since there is no need for plastering?
Why are you arguing with an expert?
The logistics of getting the materials on site ie stone, sand, cement, kokoto et al is the cost driver here
Its clear that mabati is cheaper and would get you up and running in a shorter span of time but would you classify that as a genuine asset, really.. You can't even equity release on those shacks plus they depreciate rapidly
I wish A4Architecht can give a breakdown.... I once saw one, and realized one cannot assume mabati to be cheaper. The only given, is that its quicker to put up.
Yes it is an asset. If only to genrate cash, so that you can put up your ideal setup. An Asset is classified as something that brings in money
It's possible to complete a two bedroom house with a living room,plastered kitchen, plastered wc/ sh with 350,000/ contract price. A similar brick walled house will Jagger in at least 800,000/= (double the figure) with basics finishings inclusive of services for both cases) Estimated ground coverage is
Upside of mabiti. Speed and quite competitive in up coming periurban areas where rent comparison would be, mabati renting is not below 50% say (10k) compared to a suburban house(say 20k)
Downside
Fire risk is red hot,
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actually there exist a regulation on how close such a structure including timber one's/ low fire rated buildings can be to permanent structures. Update yourself.
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Government likely to court u for slum prevention and upgrade unless u keep neet plans and provide basic services and amenities
Limited upstairs wise
Looked down by many despite being a suitable and functional housing strategy. Police line mabati is not any different but it's rolled out by Gava(you and me off course)
I don't know why people thinks it's probably poor(attitude)
If need be you can request a detailed design with an implementation strategy any time.
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