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“ We’ ve used our decades of experience and expertise in modular solutions to create newly designed NARA units, which are available in one, two, or three-bedroom options and enable local authorities to procure units much faster than traditional construction,” Craig explains.“ Once procured, due to the designed mobility, the units can be deployed to any site within weeks under an‘ emergency meanwhile use’ section of planning, allowing for quick placement and early occupation by tenants transitioning from hotel rooms.
“ The NARA units are hot-rolled steelframed, designed to be fully transferable and can be moved between sites as needed. They are predominantly built from noncombustible materials, presenting a reduced fire risk. The steel framed construction with optional concrete floor guarantees a strong and robust structure that can be deployed and further re-deployed indefinitely. The energy efficient units can also achieve an EPC A rating.
“ NARA not only offers a safe and modern home where tenants can care for themselves and their families while waiting for a more permanent housing solution, but it presents further opportunities for local authorities. The units can be fully reused and converted into permanent housing with some adaptions when they reach their‘ end of use’ as a temporary home, making the business case and capital expenditure infinitely more economical.”
Commenting on some wider issues, Craig shares his thoughts on the UK construction sector’ s approach to modular solutions.“ I recently participated in the Built Environment Committee’ s inquiry into MMC and what’ s gone wrong,” he reflects.“ Led by Lord Moylan, the committee’ s findings made for uncomfortable reading for the UK Government, and while the inquiry was meticulous and revealing, a significant point made during questioning requires more attention. MMC volumetric solutions often
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