A wave of new, affordable houses could soon be developed across Indianapolis and they'll be made entirely from 3D technology. According to nonprofit Circle Up Indy, 3D printed homes cut down on labor costs by 70%.
In hopes to curb the lack of affordable housing crisis, Circle Up Indy plans to bring around 2,000 affordable homes to the Indianapolis area starting in the Martindale-Brightwood community.Here's how it works:Then, it starts building using concrete."How reliable will these be," asked WRTV's Rachael Wilkerson.CEO of nonprofit Circle Up Indy, James Wilson is partnering with metro police, and other local organizations to bring this technology to the Circle City.
"Starting in the Martindale-Brightwood community we'll create our working model in this community 46218 and move our working model," said Wilson.He says plumbing, the foundation, roof, floors and more will be included in the construction. Rent will average around $800."Oh, I am so excited," said Heather."Just looking at the statistics, the crime, just how much of a change it could bring," Heather said."It brings a lot of less stress to the community.
Marion County Prosecutor, Ryan Mears says the homes could also play a major role in reducing violent crime. "One thing we have noticed is when we are able to get people into housing and into a job we don't see them in the criminal justice system. To often times there are too many barriers for housing for people who want to do well, want to do right, but they don't have the opportunity to find and locate affordable housing and so any efforts out there to provide more housing opportunities for people are critical to reducing violent crime," said Mears.
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