Advisory service on low cost housing technology free of charge

Ishara Mudugamuwa

The State Engineering Corporation (SEC) has begun an advisory service on low cost housing technology free of charge, Construction, Engineering Services, Housing and Common Amenities Ministry sources said. The sources said the SEC introduced the 580 square feet housing plan with the objective of fulfilling the housing dream of the underprivileged.

Two bed rooms, a dining room, a kitchen, a bathroom and a visiting room are included in the plan, the sources said.

"This is an eco - friendly housing plan. The constructions of a house can be completed within three weeks at a cost of Rs 1.25 million with less labour cost. This model house is built using precast technology. All precast components are manufactured at the precast yard of the SEC under the supervision of experienced engineers," the sources said.