This Lesson gives an overview of ways to assess the relative costs of different structural systems. Some examples of cost analysis are given for basic structural systems using the RS Means cost guides. The example is based on a 20’ x 20’ rectangular structural frame building and compares the cost of the structure in concrete, steel, and wood. An example is also given for a complete building using a square foot model based on an apartment type.

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