Benefits of off site construction in housing development: Jocelyn Park in Somerset case study
July 2009
Jocelyn Park is a housing development owned and managed by South Somerset Homes Housing Association. This case study looks at the use of the Advanced Panel System (APS) timber frame manufactured off site.
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Off site case study - South Somerset Homes
(589 kb)This case study assesses the tangible benefits of off site manufacture using Advanced Panel Systems at Jocelyn Park, Somerset
Key Results
- The volume of waste was reduced by 27% during construction by using the APS semi-closed panel timber frame system.
- The APS system has a very similar cost to traditional brick and block.
- 27% less labour was required for house construction using APS.
