Carry out research and development work in the diverse areas of the total shelter sector.

Introduce cost effective appropriate building processes, systems and technologies.

Develop alternative building materials, products and technologies for improved productivity

Carry out research and development work for the utilization of technologically problematic areas such as low-lying, landslide-prone & derelict land for human settlements

Carry out research and development work for procedures and technologies in the construction industry to mitigate impacts on environment

Provide consultancy and testing services to the shelter sector, with a view to earning revenue

Assist in the development of standards, specifications, guidelines and codes of practice

Provide information-technology-based solutions to enhance efficiency of the shelter sector

Disseminate outputs of building research and assist in training in the construction industry

Collaborate with national and international construction industry related organisations in research and development and technology transfer.