Good News For Suburban Apartment Buyers: New Timber Rule Set To Reduce Emissions And Construction Costs

Changes to the National Construction Code allowing timber construction in buildings up to eight storeys high could make mid-rise suburban apartments both more affordable and environmentally friendly

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Posted Date: January 31, 2016

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