The contribution of building centres to low-cost housing in India

Keswani, K (1997) The contribution of building centres to low-cost housing in India. Building Research & Information, 25(1), pp. 50-64. ISSN 0961-3218

Abstract

The author argues that the government's role could change from being the provider to becoming a facilitator. Progress in the Building Centre Programme in India has been slow and a three pronged policy is advocated - examining archaic rules, disseminating technical information, and training in updated technologies whilst continuing with those technologies that are cost-effective.

Item Type: Article
Uncontrolled Keywords: building centres; India; low-cost housing; role of government
Index terms: low-cost housing, India, facilitator, becoming, programme, technical information
Subjects: housing and residential development, philosophical process, project controls, technology management, practitioner, Geography
Topics: Information Management, Urban Studies, Time Control, Geographical Context, Roles and Professions, Research Practice
Descriptive scope: 2 PC

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