One thing to remember is that the numbers those articles are quoting tend to be different from the actual cost. The reason is the writer gets the estimated cost from the developer before construction has started. They're simply estimates that the developer gives. And the writers of those articles rarely go back to double check and get the cost after completion. Many things come into play such as material availability and cost and the construction schedule. If a project goes over their schedule, it adds to the cost. That's why you usually hear about some project touting its success as being "on time and under budget". Those two are closely related. It's one reason why some fine details that were in the original plan get left out from the final product. They ultimately decided to cut them out to save money.
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