The first phase of Project LIFT is focused on pre-development activities:

  • Identify 5 potential building sites
  • Test the viability of these sites by development conceptual site and building plans

The second phase of Project LIFT will include a high-level analysis of the challenges and opportunities of establishing a plant for the construction of prefabricated volumetric modules for housing construction in Washington State. The study will include the following:

  • Demand stream required to support a plant of a given size to ensure financial stability and create incentives for plant development.
  • The size of plant required to support the production needs of Project Lift as outlined above.
  • The location criteria for siting a plant including access to transportation and labor pool.
  • Identifying potential site locations.
  • Engaging with potential jurisdictions to determine level of interest in hosting a plant

The third phase of Project LIFT is focused on Workforce Development. The OCTF will work to identify the types of jobs created from offsite construction and the potential number of jobs created, along with possible job training programs required.

These phases will result in an illustrated report of findings including challenges, opportunities, potential synergies, and next steps. The report will identify potential sites and stakeholders in developing the five pilot projects under Project Lift. It will also identify key stakeholders and outline a strategy for developing a modular prefabrication plant in Washington State.