Chile Forum

Hi,

Does anyone know if strawbales (like done in the US) are available in Chile. If so are they readily available or only in certain regions? Also what are the approximate dimensions of bale?

Are there extensive permit requirements for owner built house, or does it depend mostly on local conditions?

We're considering building a strawbale home and are trying to get some info.

Thanks

I buy standard 70 pound bales from a neighbor - 8/$10,000 pesos if I recall correctly. Many farmers around Pt. Montt have barns and in this case, lots of straw bales.

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In either Iloca or Pichilemu (or on the road inbetween) there is a restaurant constructed of straw bales.

CT