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Developers of Mass Timber Affordable Housing
Fast2Frame
We design, engineer and build affordable multi-family buildings using Mass Timber.
Our designs feature a 100% Mass Timber frame that is highly configurable,fully engineered,and code-compliant.
We partner with leading Mass Timber suppliers and manufacturers to streamline access to Mass Timber technology.
We are developing a Pilot Project in Wilmington, North Carolina using these designs.
The Pilot Project
We believe Fast2Frame will spur further development of affordable housing projects using Mass Timber by disrupting out-dated building practices, eliminate or minimize less desirable, carbon-intensive, non-sustainable building materials eventually leading to lower construction costs with greater incentive to provide affordable housing.
Benefits of Mass Timber:
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Speed of Construction:
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Mass timber components are prefabricated off-site, allowing for rapid assembly on-site. Construction timelines are significantly reduced compared to traditional methods. Faster construction means lower financing costs and quicker occupancy, essential for affordable housing projects.
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Cost-Effectiveness:
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Mass timber construction can reduce overall project costs due to faster construction times and reduced labor requirements.
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Prefabrication of mass timber components in factories allows for precision and efficiency, minimizing waste and delays.
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Structural Performance:
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Mass timber is strong, durable, and fire-resistant when properly designed. It can be used for mid-rise and even high-rise buildings, expanding its potential for affordable housing.
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Sustainability:
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Mass timber is a renewable resource, and its production has a lower carbon footprint compared to steel or concrete.
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Mass timber based on sustainable forestry practices ensure that mass timber is sourced responsibly and can provide more efficient utilization of timber.
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Policy and Incentives:
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Many governments and organizations are promoting mass timber construction through grants, tax incentives, and streamlined permitting processes to encourage its use in affordable housing.
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