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[Shanedallas76]

Howdy!

I am looking for ways to estimate costs of development specifically in the DFW metroplex area, if anyone can help?

• price/SF of standard wooden buildings (multifamily apartments, condos, etc.)
• price/SF of concrete and steel buildings (hotels, office, etc.)
• price/SF of parking garages
• price/linear mile of light rail for public transit
• price/SF of public parks

Or better yet what source can I use to derive these figures on my own. I found Trading Economics where, say, the price of lumber = $537/1,000'. But I don't know how to factor/weigh this into the expected cost of construction for wood-based structures.

 

Any help or advice would be appreciated.

[txbornviking]

earlier this year the NYTimes had an interesting info-graphic style piece about commercial to residential conversations with the opportunities and difficulties

 

https://www.nytimes....onversions.html

[Shanedallas76]

 

earlier this year the NYTimes had an interesting info-graphic style piece about commercial to residential conversations with the opportunities and difficulties

 

https://www.nytimes....onversions.html

 

I'm pay-walled on this device but I recall reading this article a few months ago and they did an excellent job.

 

 

I believe I read that same article. I am learning about the advantages of the older buildings with smaller floorplates that allowed for nautral light. The Petroleum Building would then be a good candidate for conversion. 

[John T Roberts]

I read the article when it came out.  You are correct that the Petroleum Building would make a good candidate.