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Construction kicks off at CFB Esquimalt for North Naden Accommodations — five new two-story buildings replacing 1950s-era housing, with the first set to open early next year and the whole complex done by 2030. The $20M first-phase contract could balloon to $86M total, shifting from temporary to permanent housing before a single brick was laid. Another 480-unit facility is also in the pipeline, while the old Nelles Block gets the wrecking ball in the mid-2030s. Design-build contracts are driving this project’s success — offering flexibility, better cost control, and smarter material sourcing — even if they’re not always cheaper upfront. As construction ramps up, officials stress that final costs may shift, but this approach is proving vital for managing risk in today’s complex builds.

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