How Does Building Height Affect Costs?
Building height will affect LGSF costs because taller buildings require heavier stud gauges and tighter spacing. Generally speaking, a three or four story is somewhat less expensive that one and two-story buildings, because there is proportionately less roof framing. Pitched roofs are typically more expensive than floor assemblies. LGSF buildings exceeding five stories cause an immediate price increase of about 15% to 25% because Type II construction will be required.
