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January 31, 2012

Houseboat makers see future on land

  • Retooling to build enegy efficient landlocked houses is one way to keep businesses running and employees on the job.
    • By BRUCE SCHREINER
    Associated Press

    MONTICELLO, Ky. — Kentucky's houseboat manufacturers once thrived by churning out luxurious floating residences, but the industry was nearly capsized by the economic downturn. Now it's dabbling in a new venture as it looks for a different course — the construction of moderately priced, energy efficient landlocked homes.

    Houseboat maker Stardust Cruisers has built two relatively low-cost modular homes in a test that area residents hope will help revive the industry and bring back jobs to this struggling town on the edge of Appalachia.


     
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