This is the formula found by members of the Association of Small Contractors. The houses will be sold between Rs 1.3 million and Rs 1.6 million.
These small businesses do not want to depend on the outsourcing of large construction companies.
Nor confined to small projects of residence for individuals. "The implementation of this project illustrates the determination of the Executive Committee to ensure that small businesses operate independently in the construction sector," explains Gérard Uckoor, president of the Association of Small Contractors. House construction will begin by early March. Will be spread over a land area of ??2 acres and 21 perches in Petite-Rivière.
Three models will be offered. The first 600 square feet, will include a bedroom, a dining room, a toilet and a bathroom. Against two bedrooms, a dining room and terrace houses 900 square feet. The third type of house will be 1,800 square feet.
The realization of this project will require an investment of about Rs 50 million. The Mauritius Housing Corporation is in pole position on the list of donors.
The project was presented in December in the presence of a partner, including the Indian Ocean Development Consultant & Co Ltd. But at the Salon of construction, scheduled for late February or early March, a model will be unveiled.
"We have every intention to carry out a similar project on a previously identified Breakfast Camp near Camp Fouquereau. We will target a wealthier clientele , "says Gérard Uckoor.