A pilot project in South Australia will use prefabricated construction methods to build homes
The South Australian government has announced a tender for the construction of 120 turn-key homes using modern prefabricated construction methods.
The pilot project will see homes, or key components such as floors, walls, and roof panels, manufactured off-site before being assembled in both regional and metropolitan locations across the state.
This approach is designed to significantly reduce build times while maintaining high standards of quality and design.
As part of the pilot, there are plans to acquire six modular homes from three builders, designed and constructed in accordance with Renewal SA’s specifications.
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The houses will be displayed initially in metropolitan Adelaide and made available for inspection by prospective users including key government agencies with a regional presence, councils, investors, lenders, planners and other stakeholders.
Ultimately, Renewal SA plans to relocate the houses to regional towns, as part of an expansion of the Regional Key Worker Housing Scheme.
If the pilot project is successful, it may pave the way for a larger ongoing procurement pipeline for modular housing.
In addition, key voices from the SA housing and construction sector have been brought together for an industry roundtable discussion to explore how the state can accelerate the adoption of modern, prefabricated building methods.
During the roundtable, the state government outlined its commitment to growing the state’s advanced manufacturing capabilities and addressing the urgent need for more affordable, high-quality homes.
The session focused on identifying barriers to innovation, streamlining regulatory frameworks and mobilising the workforce to support the expansion of prefabricated housing.