Shipping containers could become condos in Detroit

Tools

By Beth Boehne

Story Created: May 13, 2008 at 12:23 PM EDT

Story Updated: May 13, 2008 at 12:23 PM EDT

DETROIT (AP) — A Detroit-based group hopes to use empty shipping containers to build a $1.8 million, 17-unit condominium project.

The Detroit Free Press reports Tuesday the project would stack empty containers four high, cut in windows and doors, install plumbing, stairways and heating, and add amenities such as balconies and landscaped patios.

Groundbreaking could take place this fall on the project if it wins city approval, and it could open in 2009. It's designed by Detroit-based architect Steven Flum. He says: "It's like building blocks."

Developers plan to offer condominium units measuring 960 to 1,920 square feet. Prices will range from about $100,000 to about $190,000.

___

Information from: Detroit Free Press, http://www.freep.com

Add a comment

Name:

Comment: 500 Characters Left

Comments are moderated and will not appear on this story until after they have been reviewed and deemed appropriate for posting.

WSBT and its affiliated companies are not responsible for the content of comments posted or for anything arising out of use of the above comments or other interaction among the users. We reserve the right to screen, refuse to post, remove or edit user-generated content at any time and for any or no reason in our absolute and sole discretion without prior notice, although we have no duty to do so or to monitor any Public Forum.

WSBT Weather

icon
Current Temp 59
°
More Weather

On Demand

More On Demand

Stock Quotes
This content requires the latest Adobe Flash Player and a browser with JavaScript enabled. Click here for a free download of the latest Adobe Flash Player.

Tonight On WSBTFull Schedule

7.00
60 Minutes
8.00
The Amazing Race 13
9.00
Cold Case
10.00
The Unit
11.00
WSBT News
11.35
Irish Sports Report

Question of The Day

Will the drop in gas prices help the economy?

E-mail your comments. We'll pick some to read during WSBT News at 5:30.

  • Yes
  • No