"The purpose of this Manual is to describe the OVE concept to the home building industry and to provide practical instructions for applying OVE cost reducing techniques to the design and construction of homes."--Introduction.

Mount Laurel II is a historic state supreme court decision which mandates that all new residential development include housing for low- and moderate-income families. This study provides a rational approach to low-cost housing. Methods for defining housing market areas are given, as well as demand and supply projection techniques. Housing cost reduction alternatives and allocation approaches are detailed. It elaborates step-by-step methodologies with operational baselines, data framework, and alternative approaches.The Potential of Zoning and Subdivision Controls, What Housing is Affordable - And by Whom, Fair Share Allocation Procedures.

Completely revised, updated edition of popular U.S. Government manual. Expert advice on site selection, design, excavation, materials, framing, roofing, plumbing, insulation — every step of construction process. Nearly 200 illustrations. Bibliography.