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[ Object Guide ]
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Author : JPaterson
Platform : Windows PC
Last Updated : March 15th, 2004
Version : Final
E-Mail : == See "[A] Contact Information" ==
Website : http://www.jpatworld.net/
GameFAQS CRP : http://www.gamefaqs.com/features/recognition/8939.html
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UPDATE & REVISION HISTORY
Mar. 15th, 2004
- Changed the look of the "Other FAQs Written" section again, because the last
changed I made look terrible. One of these days I'll find one that makes me
happy! Shaved off a bit of excess text.
Mar. 14th, 2004
- Changed the order of the FAQ vitals at the top of FAQ; altered the look of
the "Contact Information" section.Mar. 11th, 2004
- Changed the layout of the "Other FAQs Written" section.
Mar. 9th, 2004
- Changed ASCII to something more readable; ran spellcheck.
Mar. 5th, 2004
- Updated contact information; added ASCII art. Re-did the layout, again, so
that all the copyright, contact and miscellaneous stuff is at the bottom of
the FAQ.
Mar. 4th, 2004
- Started and finished guide.
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Table of Contents
[1] Guide Introduction
[2] Transportation Objects
[2.1] Roads
[2.2] Highways & Ramps
[2.3] Rails
[2.4] Miscellaneous
[2.5] Airports
[2.6] Water Transportation
[3] Utilities
[3.1] Power Systems
[3.2] Water Systems
[3.3] Sanitation Systems
[4] Civic Tools
[4.1] Police Stations & Jails
[4.2] Fire Stations
[4.3] Educational Systems
[4.4] Hospitals & Clinics
[4.5] Landmarks
[4.6] Rewards & Business Deals
[4.7] Parks
[5] Downloadable Objects
[A] Contact Information
[B] Webmaster Information
[C] Where This FAQ May be Found
[D] Other FAQs Written
[E] SimCity 4: Rush Hour Copyright Information
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| [1] Guide Introduction |
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This guide is a complete listing of every object available in SimCity 4, as
well as those that were added in the Rush Hour expansion pack. I've also
documented the objects you can download from the SimCity official website. Why
do I do object/song guides? I don't know; I think they're fun and a good way
of showing off what items a game has.
All content is taken from in-game, except for "Notes", which is a note I have
written regarding that particular object.
Some objects appear multiple times. For example, you can build the House of
Worship three times. In cases like this, I only listed the object once.
This FAQ covers the original objects found in SimCity 4, as well as those added
in the Rush Hour expansion and downloadable objects from the official website.
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| [2] Transportation Objects |
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Transportation objects are what your Sims use to get around. This category
includes basics such as roads and bus stops, to the high end equipment such as
monorails and subway to rail transitions.
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| [2.1] Roads |
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Roads
Cost to build : $10 per segment
Monthly cost : $0.10 per segment
Footprint : 1x1
Description : Roads are primary thoroughfares for your city.
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One Way Roads
Cost to build : $10 per segment
Monthly cost : $0.10 per segment
Footprint : 1x1
Description : One Way Roads allow larger cities to specify directional
traffic in the same amount of space as a road. It's a good
idea to alternate blocks with One Way Roads in opposing
directions to ensure complete traffic flow.
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Avenues
Cost to build : $60 per segment
Monthly cost : $1.00 per segment
Footprint : 2x2
Description : Not as expensive as highways but allow more traffic than roads.
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Streets
Cost to build : $5 per segment
Monthly cost : $0.05 per segment
Footprint : 1x1
Description : Streets are low capacity thoroughfares for your city.
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| [2.2] Highways & Ramps |
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Ground Level Highways
Cost to build : $200 per segment
Monthly cost : $1.00 per segment
Footprint : 2x2
Description : A cheaper alternative to elevated highways, but more difficult
to plan around for connectivity.
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Elevated Highways
Cost to build : $600 per segment
Monthly cost : $1.00 per segment
Footprint : 2x2
Description : Expensive to build but a relief for traffic congestion and a
boon to commuters.
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Ground Highway Cloverleaf
Cost to build : $3,000
Monthly cost : $26.00
Footprint : 16x16
Description : To convert a highway overpass to a cloverleaf exchange, drag
exchange highlight over crossing highways. When cursor changes
from red to green, click to place.
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Elevated Highway Cloverleaf
Cost to build : $3,000
Monthly cost : $26.00
Footprint : 16x16
Description : To convert a highway overpass to a cloverleaf exchange, drag
exchange highlight over crossing highways. When cursor changes
from red to green, click to place.
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Ground Highway T-Intersection
Cost to build : $1,000
Monthly cost : $26.00
Footprint : 10x7
Description : To convert a highway overpass to a T-intersection, drag
exchange highlight over a straight highway. When cursor
changes from red to green, click to place.
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Elevated Highway T-Intersection
Cost to build : $3,000
Monthly cost : $26.00
Footprint : 10x7
Description : To convert a highway overpass to a T-intersection, drag
exchange highlight over a straight highway. When cursor
changes from red to green, click to place.
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Ground Highway Overpass Onramp
Cost to build : $400
Monthly cost : $4.00
Footprint : 9x8
Description : To place an overpass onramp, drag and position onramp highway
highlight & road intersection. When cursor changes from red to
green, click to place.
Use Tab key to cycle between road, one-way road & avenue
onramps before placing.
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Elevated Highway Overpass Onramp
Cost to build : $1,000
Monthly cost : $3.00
Footprint : 9x8
Description : To place an overpass onramp, drag and position onramp highway
highlight & road intersection. When cursor changes from red to
green, click to place.
Use Tab key to cycle between road, one-way road & avenue
onramps before placing.
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Ground Highway Side Onramp
Cost to build : $400
Monthly cost : $2.00
Footprint : 9x4
Description : To place a side onramp, drag onramp highlight to road running
alongside highway. When cursor changes from red to green,
click to place.
Use Tab key to cycle between road, one-way road & avenue
onramps before placing.
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Elevated Highway Side Onramp
Cost to build : $1,000
Monthly cost : $2.00
Footprint : 9x4
Description : To place a side onramp, drag onramp highlight to road running
alongside highway. When cursor changes from red to green,
click to place.
Use Tab key to cycle between road, one-way road & avenue
onramps before placing.
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| [2.3] Rails |
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Rail
Cost to build : $8 per segment
Monthly cost : $0.03 per segment
Footprint : 1x1
Description : Rail systems are a boon for freight and commuters alike.
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Passenger Train Station
Cost to build : $100
Monthly cost : $10
Passenger Capacity : 2,000
Footprint : 2x3
Description : Passengers can only board/exit at stations.
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Freight Train Station
Cost to build : $100
Monthly cost : $10
Cargo Capacity : 2,000 tons
Footprint : 2x3
Description : Moves industrial materials quickly.
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Grand Railroad Station
Cost to build : $24,000
Monthly cost : $300
Footprint : 10x6
Requirements : Residential and commercial population: 172,000
At least one Small Station used near capacity
Description : Provides a boost to commercial and residential demand.
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Monorail
Cost to build : $100 per segment
Monthly cost : $1.00 per segment
Footprint : 1x1
Description : The fastest inner-city transportation available.
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Monorail Station
Cost to build : $500
Monthly cost : $20
Passenger Capacity : 2,000
Footprint : 1x3
Description : Passengers can only board/exit at stations.
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| [2.4] Miscellaneous |
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Bus Stop
Cost to build : $150
Monthly cost : $5
Passenger Capacity : 1,000
Footprint : 1x1
Description : Sims can only board buses at Bus Stops.
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Elevated Rail
Cost to build : $50 per segment
Monthly cost : $1.00 per segment
Footprint : 1x1
Description : Great for large cities with lots of commuters.
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Elevated Rail Station
Cost to build : $500
Monthly cost : $20
Passenger Capacity : 2,000
Footprint : 1x3
Description : Passengers can only board/exit at stations.
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Subway to Elevated Transition
Cost to build : $500
Footprint : 1x3
Description : Connect your subway and elevated rail lines.
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Subway
Cost to build : $154 per segment
Monthly cost : $0.30 per segment
Footprint : 1x1
Description : Subway rail is built in the underground view. To return
to the above ground view select any other tool.
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Subway Station
Cost to build : $500
Monthly cost : $20
Passenger Capacity : $2,000
Footprint : 1x1
Description : Subway lines can only be boarded/exited at stations.
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Public Parking Garage
Cost to build : $150
Monthly cost : $5
Parking Capacity : $1,000
Footprint : 3x3
Description : Improves effectiveness of adjacent transit stops in
residential areas.
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Toll Booth
Cost to build : $200
Monthly cost : 10
Footprint : 1x2
Description : Generates some revenue but causes traffic delays.
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| [2.5] Airports |
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Small Landing Strip
Cost to build : $20,000
Monthly cost : $700
Passenger Capacity : 10,000
Footprint : 20x8
Description : Opens your city up to new economic opportunities.
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Small Municipal Airport
Cost to build : $35,000
Monthly cost : $1,200
Passenger Capacity : 53,600
Footprint : 31x12
Description : Can entice more business to your city.
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Small International Airport
Cost to build : $61,300
Monthly cost : $2,000
Passenger Capacity : 287,400
Footprint : 37x17
Description : Can bring thousands of business travelers and tourists to
your city.
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| [2.6] Water Transportation |
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Passenger Ferry Terminal
Cost to build : $150
Monthly cost : $10
Passenger Capacity : 1,000
Footprint : 1x3
Description : Sims can only board ferries at ferry terminals.
Limited to 16 terminals per city.
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Car & Passenger Ferry Terminal
Cost to build : $300
Monthly cost : $20
Passenger Capacity : 1,000
Footprint : 5x3
Description : Carries cars across water for less cost than building a
bridge.
Limited to 16 terminals per city.
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Seaports
Cost to build : $10,000
Monthly cost : $500
Cargo Capacity : 4,000 tons
Footprint : 13x7
Description : Speeds raw materials to factories and finished goods to
markets.
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Marina
Cost to build : $4,000
Monthly cost : $90
Footprint : 1x5
Requirements : Medium and High Wealth Residents: 18,000
Mayor Rating: 53
At least 20% of city area is water
Description : Opens up new recreational and tourist opportunities.
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| [3] Utilities |
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Without utilities, your city will come to a standstill. You need power, water
and sanitation services, or else your city will turn into an anarchy. If your
Sims can't have power, you'll lose power. Get it?
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| [3.1] Power Systems |
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Power Lines
Cost per segment : $2
Cost per tower : $15
Monthly cost : $0.10 per segment
Footprint : 1x1
Description : Drag lines from one zone to another or from the plant to
the edge of a zone to power up.
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Wind Power Plant
Cost to build : $500
Monthly cost : $50
Power Generated : 200MWh/Month
Footprint : 1x2
Description : Cheap to build and squeaky clean.
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Natural Gas Power Plant
Cost to build : $9,000
Monthly cost : $400
Power Generated : 3,000MWh/Month
Footprint : 4x4
Description : Moderate pollution.
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Coal Power Plant
Cost to build : $10,000
Monthly cost : $250
Power Generated : 6,000MWh/Month
Footprint : 4x4
Description : Heaviest pollution.
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Oil Power Plant
Cost to build : $17,000
Monthly cost : $600
Power Generated : 7,000MWh/Month
Footprint : 4x4
Description : Heavy pollution.
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Solar Power Plant
Cost to build : $30,000
Monthly cost : $1,000
Power Generated : 5,000MWh/Month
Footprint : 6x6
Requirements : High Wealth residential population: 3,000
Mayor Rating: 55
Description : Very clean and safe power.
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Nuclear Power Plant
Cost to build : $40,000
Monthly cost : $3,000
Power Generated : 16,000MWh/Month
Footprint : 4x4
Requirements : Total City Size: 85,000
Total city energy demand plus deals: 25,000
Description : Possibility of a meltdown.
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Hydrogen Power Plant
Cost to build : $100,000
Monthly cost : $10,000
Power Generated : 50,000MWh/Month
Footprint : 5x5
Requirements : City high-tech industry population: 4,000
Total city energy demand plus deals: 30,000
Description : Clean and reliable.
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| [3.2] Water Systems |
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Pipe
Cost to build : $9 per segment
Monthly cost : $0.10 per segment
Footprint : 1x1
Description : Pipes are built in the underground view. Connect pipes to
your water buildings and run them to your developed areas.
Areas receiving water will appear blue. To return to the
above ground view, select any other tool or press esc.
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Water Tower
Cost to build : $150
Monthly cost : $50
Footprint : 1x1
Water Produced : 2,400cu m/Month
Water Source : Aquifer
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Water Pump
Cost to build : $1,400
Monthly cost : $350
Footprint : 1x1
Water Produced : 20,000 cu m/month
Water Source : Aquifer
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Large Water Pump
Cost to build : $15,400
Monthly cost : $3,150
Footprint : 1x2
Water Produced : 200,000cu m/month
Water Source : Aquifer
Requirements : Current total water production: 40,000cu m/Month OR
Total city size: 10,000
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Water Treatment Plant
Cost to build : $15,000
Monthly cost : $350
Footprint : 6x7
Water Treated : 2400cu m/month
Description : Reduces water pollution.
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| [3.3] Sanitation Systems |
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Landfill Zone
Cost to build : $50 per square
Monthly cost : $5.00 per section
Footprint : Custom
Description : Landfills take in and process garbage for your city, but
make nasty neighbors.
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Recycling Center
Cost to build : $5,000
Monthly cost : $350
Footprint : 3x2
Population Served : 25,000
Description : City garbage reduced by 25%.
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Waste to Energy Plant
Cost to build : $25,000
Monthly cost : $1,000
Footprint : 4x4
Power Generated : 5,000MWh/Month
Description : Incinerates garbage to produce power, also produces heavy
pollution.
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| [4] Civic Tools |
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Civic tools are those that keep your city running smoothly. Police stations to
fight the criminals, fire stations to extinguish blazes, and schools to educate
the masses. You'll also find your rewards, landmarks and beatification tools
here.
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| [4.1] Police Stations & Jails |
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Police Kiosk
Cost to build : $80
Monthly cost : $40
Footprint : 1x1
Squad Cars : 0
Prisoner Capacity : 0
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Small Police Station
Cost to build : $250
Monthly cost : $125
Footprint : 3x2
Squad Cars : 2
Prisoner Capacity : 25
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Large Police Station
Cost to build : $800
Monthly cost : $250
Footprint : 3x3
Squad Cars : 4
Prisoner Capacity : 50
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Deluxe Police Station
Cost to build : $1,200
Monthly cost : $300
Footprint : 3x4
Requirements : City size: 41,000
Description : Moderately more effective, and includes a police
helicopter.
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City Jail
Cost to build : $2,500
Monthly cost : $450
Footprint : 3x4
Prisoner Capacity : 1,000
Description : The police cannot be fully effective without a jail in
your city.
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Federal Prison
Cost to build : FREE (Reward structure)
Monthly income : 250
Footprint : 4x4
Prisoner Capacity : 3,000
Description : SimNation wants to dump its problem sims on your city in
return for cold, hard cash.
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| [4.2] Fire Stations |
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Small Fire Station
Cost to build : $250
Monthly cost : $125
Footprint : 1x2
Fire Engines : 1
Description : Small protection area.
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Large Fire Station
Cost to build : $800
Monthly cost : $250
Footprint : 2x3
Fire Engines : 2
Description : Large Protection Area
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Fire Department Landing Strip
Cost to build : $800
Monthly cost : $275
Footprint : 17x6
Requirements : City size: 31,000
Description : Provides widespread fire coverage.
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| [4.3] Educational Systems |
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Elementary School
Cost to build : $300
Monthly cost : $400
Footprint : 2x3
Student Capacity : 500
Description : Educates young Sims.
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Large Elementary School
Cost to build : $2,100
Monthly cost : $2,000
Footprint : 4x3
Requirements : Residential population: 4,000
Description : Educates lots of young Sims.
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Local Branch Library
Cost to build : $1,000
Monthly cost : $250
Footprint : 2x2
Books Available : 30,000
Description : Keeps adult Sims from forgetting their education.
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High School
Cost to build : $1,050
Monthly cost : $750
Footprint : 4x4
Student Capacity : 750
Description : Educates teen Sims.
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Large High School
Cost to build : $7,350
Monthly cost : $3,750
Footprint : 6x4
Requirements : Residential population: 6,000
Description : Educates lots of teen Sims.
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City Museum
Cost to build : $1,500
Monthly cost : $450
Footprint : 2x3
Exhibits Available : 30
Description : Attracts artists and their patrons.
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City College
Cost to build : $3,000
Monthly cost : $1,000
Footprint : 5x3
Student Capacity : 7,000
Description : Educates young adult Sims.
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Private School
Cost to build : FREE (Reward structure)
Footprint : 2x4
Description : Sims with money will move close to this prestigious
school.
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University
Cost to build : $82,000
Monthly cost : $1,500
Footprint : 12x14
Requirements : Residential population: 15,000
Mayor Rating: 42
City School Grade: 95
Description : Provides a wealth of knowledge to the Sims.
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Major Art Museum
Cost to build : $15,000
Monthly cost : $250
Footprint : 3x3
Requirements : Middle and High Income residents: 12,000
Mayor Rating: 45
Number of good public museums: 4
Description : Allows Sims to exercise their minds more freely.
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Main Library
Cost to build : $36,000
Monthly cost : 210
Footprint : 4x3
Requirements : Residential population: 34,000
Mayor Rating: 37
Number of good public libraries: 5
Description : Increases the effectiveness of your libraries.
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| [4.4] Hospitals & Clinics |
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Medical Clinic
Cost to build : $400
Monthly cost : $400
Footprint : 1x2
Patient Capacity : 500
Description : Small coverage area.
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Large Medical Center
Cost to build : $1,100
Monthly cost : $1,200
Footprint : 3x4
Patient Capacity : 3,000
Description : Large coverage area.
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Disease Research Center
Cost to build : $26,000
Monthly cost : $180
Footprint : 5x6
Requirements : City size: 56,000
Mayor Rating: 45
Number of Hospitals: 3
Description : Extends Sims' lives and maybe your term in office.
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| [4.5] Landmarks |
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Hollywood Sign
Cost to build : $30,000
Monthly cost : $60
Origin : Los Angeles, USA
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The Sphinx
Cost to build : $50,000
Monthly cost : $100
Origin : Giza, Egypt
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Alcatraz
Cost to build : $50,000
Monthly cost : $100
Origin : San Francisco, USA
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California Plaza
Cost to build : $50,000
Monthly cost : $100
Origin : Walnut Creek, USA
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Faneuil Hall
Cost to build : $50,000
Monthly cost : $100
Origin : Boston, USA
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Coit Tower
Cost to build : $55,000
Monthly cost : $110
Origin : San Francisco, USA
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The Living Mall
Cost to build : $55,000
Monthly cost : $110
Origin : Taipei, Taiwan
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Tower of London
Cost to build : $55,000
Monthly cost : $110
Origin : London, United Kingdom
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Smith Tower
Cost to build : $55,000
Monthly cost : $110
Origin : Seattle, USA
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Stonehenge
Cost to build : $60,000
Monthly cost : $10
Origin : Stonehenge, England
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Independence Hall
Cost to build : $60,000
Monthly cost : $120
Origin : Philadelphia, USA
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Kunjungjon
Cost to build : $65,000
Monthly cost : $130
Origin : Seoul, Korea
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Palacio Real
Cost to build : $65,000
Monthly cost : $130
Origin : Madrid, Spain
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The Alamo
Cost to build : $65,000
Monthly cost : $130
Origin : San Antonio, USA
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Mayflower Port
Cost to build : $65,000
Monthly cost : $130
Origin : Plymouth, MA
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San Francisco City Hall
Cost to build : $65,000
Monthly cost : $130
Origin : San Francisco, CA
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Rotes Rathaus
Cost to build : $65,000
Monthly cost : $130
Origin : Berlin, Germany
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Amalienborg
Cost to build : $70,000
Monthly cost : $120
Origin : Copenhagen, Denmark
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Washington Monument
Cost to build : $70,000
Monthly cost : $140
Origin : Washington D.C., USA
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The White House
Cost to build : $70,000
Monthly cost : $140
Origin : Washington D.C., USA
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Big Ben
Cost to build : $75,000
Monthly cost : $150
Origin : London, United Kingdom
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Hagia Sofia
Cost to build : $80,000
Monthly cost : $160
Origin : Istanbul, Turkey
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Jefferson Memorial
Cost to build : $80,000
Monthly cost : $160
Origin : Washington D.C., USA
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Lincoln Memorial
Cost to build : $85,000
Monthly cost : $170
Origin : Washington D.C., USA
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The Statue of Liberty
Cost to build : $85,000
Monthly cost : $170
Origin : New York City, USA
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Fernsehturm
Cost to build : $85,000
Monthly cost : $170
Origin : Berlin, Germany
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Grutzehaus
Cost to build : $22,000
Description : The house of the Grutze family.
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Adler Planetarium
Cost to build : $90,000
Monthly cost : 180
Origin : Chicago, Illinois
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Palace of Fine Arts
Cost to build : $90,000
Monthly cost : $180
Origin : San Francisco, USA
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St. Basil's
Cost to build : $90,000
Monthly cost : $180
Origin : Moscow, Russia
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Rockefeller Center
Cost to build : $90,000
Monthly cost : $180
Origin : New York, USA
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Schloss Neuschwanstein
Cost to build : $90,000
Monthly cost : $180
Origin : Fuessen, Germany
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Gateway Arch
Cost to build : $90,000
Monthly cost : $180
Origin : St. Louis, USA
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The Guggenheim Museum
Cost to build : $95,000
Monthly cost : $180
Origin : New York City, USA
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Taipei Fine Arts Museum
Cost to build : $95,000
Monthly cost : $180
Origin : Taipei, Taiwan
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Schloss Schoenbrun
Cost to build : $95,000
Monthly cost : $180
Origin : Vienna, Austria
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The Taj Mahal
Cost to build : $105,000
Monthly cost : $200
Origin : Agra, Umar Pradesh, India
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American Museum of Natural History
Cost to build : $110,000
Monthly cost : $220
Origin : New York, USA
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Bank of America
Cost to build : $110,000
Monthly cost : $210
Origin : San Francisco, USA
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Columbia Seafirst Center
Cost to build : $110,000
Monthly cost : $210
Origin : Seattle, USA
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Lincoln Center
Cost to build : $125,000
Monthly cost : $275
Origin : New York, USA
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Grutze Industries
Cost to build : $60,000
Description : A plant that manufacturers many Grutze products.
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U.S. Capitol Building
Cost to build : $135,000
Monthly cost : $260
Origin : Washington D.C., USA
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Ian's House of Stone
Cost to build : $75,000
Description : A house made of stone and wood.
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The Great Pyramid
Cost to build : $160,000
Monthly cost : $310
Origin : Giza, Egypt
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John Hancock Center
Cost to build : $165,000
Monthly cost : $320
Origin : Chicago, USA
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The Temple of G
Cost to build : $100,000
Description : An ancient structure made in the honor of the great Grutz.
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Chrysler Building
Cost to build : $170,000
Monthly cost : $330
Origin : New York City, USA
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Tokyo Tower
Cost to build : $175,000
Monthly cost : $340
Origin : Tokyo, Japan
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Longfellow Keep
Cost to build : $110,000
Description : Location: Long ago and far away.
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Keep w/walls
Cost to build : $110,000
Description : Location: Long ago and far away.
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The Bank of China Tower
Cost to build : $180,000
Monthly cost : $300
Origin : Hong Kong
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CN Tower
Cost to build : $225,000
Monthly cost : $440
Origin : Toronto, Canada
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The Empire State Building
Cost to build : $240,000
Monthly cost : $470
Origin : New York City, USA
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Toxic Waste Dump
Cost to build : FREE (Reward structure)
Monthly income : $400
Footprint : 4x4
Description : Your city gets a fat paycheck in return for taking health
risks.
Notes:
While the $400 may be a good enough reason to place the plant, I suggest you
don't, because your city's health level will drop considerably over the next
few years.
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Missile Range
Cost to build : FREE (Reward structure)
Monthly income : $450
Footprint : 4x4
Description : Remember, accidents do happen.
Notes:
The description doesn't lie; every so often, a missile will go off course, and
it can wind up destroying a good sized chunk of your city. Over twenty years,
I only had two missiles go off course, and only one of them hit anything, so I
would still suggest accepting this building if you get it.
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Army Base
Cost to build : FREE (Reward structure)
Monthly income : $350
Footprint : 14x14
Description : SimNation will give you money if you allow a base in your
city.
Notes:
The $350 isn't high enough for you to place this. It causes pollution, noise,
and nobody wants to live next to it. It also makes your water pollution levels
rise fast.
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Area 51 (Top Secret)
Footprint : 11x22
Description : Do you dare make a deal with the Evil Dr. Vu? What price
for the agony of your city?
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Federal Prison
Cost to build : FREE (Reward structure)
Monthly income : 250
Footprint : 4x4
Prisoner Capacity : 3,000
Description : SimNation wants to dump its problem sims on your city in
return for cold, hard cash.
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Casino
Cost to build : FREE (Reward structure)
Monthly income : $300
Footprint : 4x6
Description : Brings in the Simoleans as well as the more undesirable
elements of Sim life.
Notes:
>From what I've seen, the crime increase isn't much, so it's well worth it to
build the casino. Place it far enough way so people won't mind, but not far
enough that it takes forever to get there.
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Mayor's House
Cost to build : $1,800
Monthly cost : $30
Footprint : 2x3
Requirements : City size: 500
Mayor Rating: 20
Description : Well-to-do Sims will want to live close by this
illustrious mansion.
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House of Worship
Cost to build : FREE (Reward structure)
Footprint : 3x3
Description : Gives your sims time to find a little piece of mind.
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Cemetary
Cost to build : FREE (Reward structure)
Footprint : 5x5
Description : Sims feel better knowing that their loved ones have a
final resting place.
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Private School
Cost to build : FREE (Reward structure)
Footprint : 2x4
Description : Sims with money will move close to this prestigious
school.
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Mayor's Stature
Cost to build : $3,700
Monthly cost : $30
Footprint : 1x1
Description : Sims will want to live next to your likeness.
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Marina
Cost to build : $4,000
Monthly cost : $90
Footprint : 1x5
Requirements : Medium and High Wealth Residents: 18,000
Mayor Rating: 53
At least 20% of city area is water
Description : Opens up new recreational and tourist opportunities.
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Farmers Market
Cost to build : $4,900
Monthly cost : $30
Footprint : 3x3
Requirements : City size: 3,000
Mayor Rating: 34
Farm population: 600
Description : Provides for better eating habits and increased business.
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Lighthouse
Cost to build : $6,500
Monthly cost : $100
Footprint : 3x3
Requirements : At least one functioning seaport
Description : Improves efficiency of seaports.
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Impressive Mayor's Statue
Cost to build : $6,400
Monthly cost : $30
Footprint : 1x1
Description : Sims will want to live next to your likeness.
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Country Club
Cost to build : FREE (Reward structure)
Footprint : 14x14
Requirements : High Wealth residents: 4,000
Mayor Rating: 55
Description : Attracts the rich, but may upset the rest of the Sims.
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State Fair
Cost to build : $14,000
Footprint : 10x14
Requirements : City size: 3,500
Mayor Rating: 48
Farm Population: 1,200
Description : The agricultural showcase of the state.
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University
Cost to build : $82,000
Monthly cost : $1,500
Footprint : 12x14
Requirements : Residential population: 15,000
Mayor Rating: 42
City School Grade: 95
Description : Provides a wealth of knowledge to the Sims.
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Major Art Museum
Cost to build : $15,000
Monthly cost : $250
Footprint : 3x3
Requirements : Middle and High Income residents: 12,000
Mayor Rating: 45
Number of good public museums: 4
Description : Allows Sims to exercise their minds more freely.
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Radio Station
Cost to build : FREE (Reward structure)
Footprint : 2x2
Requirements : City size: 18,000
Mayor Rating: 30
Description : Keeps Sims entertained.
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Minor League Stadium
Cost to build : $17,000
Monthly cost : $120
Footprint : 9x9
Requirements : City size: 22,500
Mayor Rating: 20
Number of public recreation facilities: 16
Description : A great way for Sims to relax and blow off a little steam.
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Main Library
Cost to build : $36,000
Monthly cost : 210
Footprint : 4x3
Requirements : Residential population: 34,000
Mayor Rating: 37
Number of good public libraries: 5
Description : Increases the effectiveness of your libraries.
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Magnificent Mayor's Statue
Cost to build : $22,000
Monthly cost : $250
Footprint : 1x1
Description : Sims will want to live next to your likeness.
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Disease Research Center
Cost to build : $26,000
Monthly cost : $180
Footprint : 5x6
Requirements : City size: 56,000
Mayor Rating: 45
Number of Hospitals: 3
Description : Extends Sims' lives and maybe your term in office.
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Opera House
Cost to build : $68,000
Monthly cost : $330
Footprint : 3x4
Requirements : Middle and High income residents: 48,000
Mayor Rating: 52
Major Art Museum
Description : Adds culture to Sims lives.
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Tourist Trap
Cost to build : FREE (Reward structure)
Footprint : 2x3
Requirements : Region population: 40,000
Number of connected neighbor cities: 4
Number of connected cities in region: 6
Description : Can provide an increase to local business.
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Convention Center
Cost to build : $42,000
Monthly cost : $220
Footprint : 11x8
Requirements : Commercial population: 25,000
Mayor Rating: 40
Major Airport
Description : Expands your city's business opportunities.
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Television Studio
Cost to build : FREE (Reward structure)
Footprint : 3x3
Requirements : City size: 65,000
Mayor Rating: 50
Radio Station
Description : Can bump up business in your city.
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City Zoo
Cost to build : $57,000
Monthly cost : $260
Footprint : 10x10
Requirements : City size: 80,000
Mayor Rating: 68
Number of Parks: 25
Description : A day at the zoo can make Sims happier.
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City Hall
Cost to build : $17,000
Monthly cost : $280
Footprint : 4x3
Requirements : City size: 12,500
Mayor Rating: 20
Description : City government is more efficient.
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Resort Hotel
Cost to build : FREE (Reward structure)
Footprint : 4x4
Requirements : Region Middle and High Wealth residents: 50,000
Mayor Rating: 52
Number of cities in region: 4
Low pollution
Description : Makes Sims happy and creates some jobs.
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Courthouse
Cost to build : $21,000
Monthly cost : $300
Footprint : 3x3
Requirements : City size: 40,000
Mayor Rating: 33
City Hall
Description : Provides an efficient and speedy justice system.
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Cruise Ship Port
Cost to build : $28,000
Monthly cost : $180
Footprint : 4x5
Requirements : Commercial jobs: 15,000
City Parks: 15
At least 35% of city area is water
Description : Provides a boost to high-end commercial service.
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The Bureau of Bureaucracy
Cost to build : $36,000
Monthly cost : $320
Footprint : 4x4
Requirements : City size: 39,000
Mayor Rating: 30
Well-funded health and education system
Description : The bureau that handles bureaucracy.
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Major League Stadium
Cost to build : $78,000
Monthly cost : $340
Footprint : 10x11
Requirements : City size: 85,000
Mayor Rating: 30
Minor League Stadium
Description : Your city will prosper as Sims flock to see games.
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Movie Studio
Cost to build : FREE (Reward structure)
Footprint : 8x10
Requirements : City size: 110,000
Mayor Rating: 52
Television Studio
Description : Boost to tourism.
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Colossal Mayor's Statue
Cost to build : $59,000
Monthly cost : $300
Footprint : 1x1
Description : Sims will want to live next to your likeness.
********************
Stock Exchange
Cost to build : FREE (Reward structure)
Footprint : 4x3
Requirements : Commercial Office population: 25,000
Mayor Rating: 45
Description : Attracts large corporations to your city.
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Advanced Research Center
Cost to build : $50,000
Monthly cost : $280
Footprint : 7x6
Requirements : High-Tech Industry Population: 2,000
Mayor Rating: 54
University
Description : High paying jobs are created.
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Space Port
Cost to build : $96,000
Monthly cost : $400
Footprint : 8x9
Requirements : High-Tech Jobs: 25,000
Advanced Research Center
Description : Provides a boost to high-tech industry.
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Open Paved Area
Cost to build : $40
Monthly cost : $5
Description : Provides recreation and relaxation for Sims.
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Open Grass Area
Cost to build : $40
Monthly cost : $5
Description : Provides recreation and relaxation for Sims.
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Small Park Green
Cost to build : $40
Monthly cost : $5
Description : Provides recreation and relaxation for Sims.
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Community Garden
Cost to build : $70
Monthly cost : $5
Description : Provides recreation and relaxation for Sims.
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Community Garden
Cost to build : $70
Monthly cost : $5
Description : Provides recreation and relaxation for Sims.
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Community Garden
Cost to build : $70
Monthly cost : $5
Description : Provides recreation and relaxation for Sims.
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Community Garden
Cost to build : $70
Monthly cost : $5
Description : Provides recreation and relaxation for Sims.
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Beach
Cost to build : $70
Monthly cost : $5
Description : Provides recreation and relaxation for Sims.
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Small Flower Garden
Cost to build : $80
Monthly cost : $5
Description : Provides recreation and relaxation for Sims.
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Basketball Court
Cost to build : $90
Monthly cost : $10
Description : Provides recreation and relaxation for Sims.
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Playground
Cost to build : $90
Monthly cost : $10
Description : Provides recreation and relaxation for Sims.
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Gazebo
Cost to build : $90
Monthly cost : $10
Description : Provides recreation and relaxation for Sims.
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Ranger Station
Cost to build : $90
Monthly cost : $10
Description : Provides recreation and relaxation for Sims.
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Small Plaza
Cost to build : $90
Monthly cost : $10
Description : Provides recreation and relaxation for Sims.
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Tennis Court
Cost to build : $130
Monthly cost : $15
Description : Provides recreation and relaxation for Sims.
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Medium Park Green
Cost to build : $150
Monthly cost : $15
Description : Provides recreation and relaxation for Sims.
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Medium Flower Garden
Cost to build : $170
Monthly cost : $20
Description : Provides recreation and relaxation for Sims.
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Medium Playground
Cost to build : $210
Monthly cost : $25
Description : Provides recreation and relaxation for Sims.
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Skateboard Park
Cost to build : $210
Monthly cost : $25
Description : Provides recreation and relaxation for Sims.
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Medium Plaza
Cost to build : $210
Monthly cost : $25
Description : Provides recreation and relaxation for Sims.
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Large Flower Garden
Cost to build : $310
Monthly cost : $35
Description : Provides recreation and relaxation for Sims.
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Large Park Green
Cost to build : $320
Monthly cost : $25
Description : Provides recreation and relaxation for Sims.
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Soccer Field
Cost to build : $340
Monthly cost : $35
Description : Provides recreation and relaxation for Sims.
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Softball Field
Cost to build : $400
Monthly cost : $35
Description : Provides recreation and relaxation for Sims.
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Large Plaza
Cost to build : $400
Monthly cost : $35
Description : Provides recreation and relaxation for Sims.
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Marina
Cost to build : $4,000
Monthly cost : $90
Footprint : 1x5
Requirements : Medium and High Wealth Residents: 18,000
Mayor Rating: 53
At least 20% of city area is water
Description : Opens up new recreational and tourist opportunities.
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Farmers Market
Cost to build : $4,900
Monthly cost : $30
Footprint : 3x3
Requirements : City size: 3,000
Mayor Rating: 34
Farm population: 600
Description : Provides for better eating habits and increased business.
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Minor League Stadium
Cost to build : $17,000
Monthly cost : $120
Footprint : 9x9
Requirements : City size: 22,500
Mayor Rating: 20
Number of public recreation facilities: 16
Description : A great way for Sims to relax and blow off a little steam.
********************
Opera House
Cost to build : $68,000
Monthly cost : $330
Footprint : 3x4
Requirements : Middle and High income residents: 48,000
Mayor Rating: 52
Major Art Museum
Description : Adds culture to Sims lives.
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Tourist Trap
Cost to build : FREE (Reward structure)
Footprint : 2x3
Requirements : Region population: 40,000
Number of connected neighbor cities: 4
Number of connected cities in region: 6
Description : Can provide an increase to local business.
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City Zoo
Cost to build : $57,000
Monthly cost : $260
Footprint : 10x10
Requirements : City size: 80,000
Mayor Rating: 68
Number of Parks: 25
Description : A day at the zoo can make Sims happier.
********************
Major League Stadium
Cost to build : $78,000
Monthly cost : $340
Footprint : 10x11
Requirements : City size: 85,000
Mayor Rating: 30
Minor League Stadium
Description : Your city will prosper as Sims flock to see games.
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| [5] Downloadable Objects |
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Adler Planetarium
American Flag Prop
Arc de Triomphe
Canadian Flag Prop
Capital Records Building
Castle Ramparts
Grand Central
Grutze Industries
Grutzehaus
Ian's House of Stone
International Day of Peace Prop
Kunjungjon
Rockefeller Center
San Francisco City Hall
Schloss Schonbrunn
Seoul City Hall
Seoul Soccer Stadium
Stonehenge
Sungrye-mun
Taipei Fine Arts Museum
Temple of Grutz
The Brandenburg Gate
The Expiatory Temple of the Sagrada Familia
The Globe Arena
The Mayflower
The Parthenon
Transportation Download
Yuksam (or 63) Building
For details of the downloadable objects, check the Landmark category. You can
download these objects from the official website at http://simcity.ea.com/.
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Platform : Windows PC
Last Updated : March 15th, 2004
Version : Final
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UPDATE & REVISION HISTORY
Mar. 15th, 2004
- Changed the look of the "Other FAQs Written" section again, because the last
changed I made look terrible. One of these days I'll find one that makes me
happy! Shaved off a bit of excess text.
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Mar. 5th, 2004
- Updated contact information; added ASCII art. Re-did the layout, again, so
that all the copyright, contact and miscellaneous stuff is at the bottom of
the FAQ.
Mar. 4th, 2004
- Started and finished guide.
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Table of Contents
[1] Guide Introduction
[2] Transportation Objects
[2.1] Roads
[2.2] Highways & Ramps
[2.3] Rails
[2.4] Miscellaneous
[2.5] Airports
[2.6] Water Transportation
[3] Utilities
[3.1] Power Systems
[3.2] Water Systems
[3.3] Sanitation Systems
[4] Civic Tools
[4.1] Police Stations & Jails
[4.2] Fire Stations
[4.3] Educational Systems
[4.4] Hospitals & Clinics
[4.5] Landmarks
[4.6] Rewards & Business Deals
[4.7] Parks
[5] Downloadable Objects
[A] Contact Information
[B] Webmaster Information
[C] Where This FAQ May be Found
[D] Other FAQs Written
[E] SimCity 4: Rush Hour Copyright Information
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| [1] Guide Introduction |
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This guide is a complete listing of every object available in SimCity 4, as
well as those that were added in the Rush Hour expansion pack. I've also
documented the objects you can download from the SimCity official website. Why
do I do object/song guides? I don't know; I think they're fun and a good way
of showing off what items a game has.
All content is taken from in-game, except for "Notes", which is a note I have
written regarding that particular object.
Some objects appear multiple times. For example, you can build the House of
Worship three times. In cases like this, I only listed the object once.
This FAQ covers the original objects found in SimCity 4, as well as those added
in the Rush Hour expansion and downloadable objects from the official website.
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| [2] Transportation Objects |
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Transportation objects are what your Sims use to get around. This category
includes basics such as roads and bus stops, to the high end equipment such as
monorails and subway to rail transitions.
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| [2.1] Roads |
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Roads
Cost to build : $10 per segment
Monthly cost : $0.10 per segment
Footprint : 1x1
Description : Roads are primary thoroughfares for your city.
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One Way Roads
Cost to build : $10 per segment
Monthly cost : $0.10 per segment
Footprint : 1x1
Description : One Way Roads allow larger cities to specify directional
traffic in the same amount of space as a road. It's a good
idea to alternate blocks with One Way Roads in opposing
directions to ensure complete traffic flow.
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Avenues
Cost to build : $60 per segment
Monthly cost : $1.00 per segment
Footprint : 2x2
Description : Not as expensive as highways but allow more traffic than roads.
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Streets
Cost to build : $5 per segment
Monthly cost : $0.05 per segment
Footprint : 1x1
Description : Streets are low capacity thoroughfares for your city.
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Ground Level Highways
Cost to build : $200 per segment
Monthly cost : $1.00 per segment
Footprint : 2x2
Description : A cheaper alternative to elevated highways, but more difficult
to plan around for connectivity.
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Elevated Highways
Cost to build : $600 per segment
Monthly cost : $1.00 per segment
Footprint : 2x2
Description : Expensive to build but a relief for traffic congestion and a
boon to commuters.
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Ground Highway Cloverleaf
Cost to build : $3,000
Monthly cost : $26.00
Footprint : 16x16
Description : To convert a highway overpass to a cloverleaf exchange, drag
exchange highlight over crossing highways. When cursor changes
from red to green, click to place.
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Elevated Highway Cloverleaf
Cost to build : $3,000
Monthly cost : $26.00
Footprint : 16x16
Description : To convert a highway overpass to a cloverleaf exchange, drag
exchange highlight over crossing highways. When cursor changes
from red to green, click to place.
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Ground Highway T-Intersection
Cost to build : $1,000
Monthly cost : $26.00
Footprint : 10x7
Description : To convert a highway overpass to a T-intersection, drag
exchange highlight over a straight highway. When cursor
changes from red to green, click to place.
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Elevated Highway T-Intersection
Cost to build : $3,000
Monthly cost : $26.00
Footprint : 10x7
Description : To convert a highway overpass to a T-intersection, drag
exchange highlight over a straight highway. When cursor
changes from red to green, click to place.
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Ground Highway Overpass Onramp
Cost to build : $400
Monthly cost : $4.00
Footprint : 9x8
Description : To place an overpass onramp, drag and position onramp highway
highlight & road intersection. When cursor changes from red to
green, click to place.
Use Tab key to cycle between road, one-way road & avenue
onramps before placing.
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Elevated Highway Overpass Onramp
Cost to build : $1,000
Monthly cost : $3.00
Footprint : 9x8
Description : To place an overpass onramp, drag and position onramp highway
highlight & road intersection. When cursor changes from red to
green, click to place.
Use Tab key to cycle between road, one-way road & avenue
onramps before placing.
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Ground Highway Side Onramp
Cost to build : $400
Monthly cost : $2.00
Footprint : 9x4
Description : To place a side onramp, drag onramp highlight to road running
alongside highway. When cursor changes from red to green,
click to place.
Use Tab key to cycle between road, one-way road & avenue
onramps before placing.
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Elevated Highway Side Onramp
Cost to build : $1,000
Monthly cost : $2.00
Footprint : 9x4
Description : To place a side onramp, drag onramp highlight to road running
alongside highway. When cursor changes from red to green,
click to place.
Use Tab key to cycle between road, one-way road & avenue
onramps before placing.
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| [2.3] Rails |
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Rail
Cost to build : $8 per segment
Monthly cost : $0.03 per segment
Footprint : 1x1
Description : Rail systems are a boon for freight and commuters alike.
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Passenger Train Station
Cost to build : $100
Monthly cost : $10
Passenger Capacity : 2,000
Footprint : 2x3
Description : Passengers can only board/exit at stations.
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Freight Train Station
Cost to build : $100
Monthly cost : $10
Cargo Capacity : 2,000 tons
Footprint : 2x3
Description : Moves industrial materials quickly.
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Grand Railroad Station
Cost to build : $24,000
Monthly cost : $300
Footprint : 10x6
Requirements : Residential and commercial population: 172,000
At least one Small Station used near capacity
Description : Provides a boost to commercial and residential demand.
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Monorail
Cost to build : $100 per segment
Monthly cost : $1.00 per segment
Footprint : 1x1
Description : The fastest inner-city transportation available.
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Monorail Station
Cost to build : $500
Monthly cost : $20
Passenger Capacity : 2,000
Footprint : 1x3
Description : Passengers can only board/exit at stations.
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| [2.4] Miscellaneous |
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Bus Stop
Cost to build : $150
Monthly cost : $5
Passenger Capacity : 1,000
Footprint : 1x1
Description : Sims can only board buses at Bus Stops.
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Elevated Rail
Cost to build : $50 per segment
Monthly cost : $1.00 per segment
Footprint : 1x1
Description : Great for large cities with lots of commuters.
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Elevated Rail Station
Cost to build : $500
Monthly cost : $20
Passenger Capacity : 2,000
Footprint : 1x3
Description : Passengers can only board/exit at stations.
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Subway to Elevated Transition
Cost to build : $500
Footprint : 1x3
Description : Connect your subway and elevated rail lines.
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Subway
Cost to build : $154 per segment
Monthly cost : $0.30 per segment
Footprint : 1x1
Description : Subway rail is built in the underground view. To return
to the above ground view select any other tool.
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Subway Station
Cost to build : $500
Monthly cost : $20
Passenger Capacity : $2,000
Footprint : 1x1
Description : Subway lines can only be boarded/exited at stations.
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Public Parking Garage
Cost to build : $150
Monthly cost : $5
Parking Capacity : $1,000
Footprint : 3x3
Description : Improves effectiveness of adjacent transit stops in
residential areas.
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Toll Booth
Cost to build : $200
Monthly cost : 10
Footprint : 1x2
Description : Generates some revenue but causes traffic delays.
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| [2.5] Airports |
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Small Landing Strip
Cost to build : $20,000
Monthly cost : $700
Passenger Capacity : 10,000
Footprint : 20x8
Description : Opens your city up to new economic opportunities.
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Small Municipal Airport
Cost to build : $35,000
Monthly cost : $1,200
Passenger Capacity : 53,600
Footprint : 31x12
Description : Can entice more business to your city.
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Small International Airport
Cost to build : $61,300
Monthly cost : $2,000
Passenger Capacity : 287,400
Footprint : 37x17
Description : Can bring thousands of business travelers and tourists to
your city.
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| [2.6] Water Transportation |
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Passenger Ferry Terminal
Cost to build : $150
Monthly cost : $10
Passenger Capacity : 1,000
Footprint : 1x3
Description : Sims can only board ferries at ferry terminals.
Limited to 16 terminals per city.
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Car & Passenger Ferry Terminal
Cost to build : $300
Monthly cost : $20
Passenger Capacity : 1,000
Footprint : 5x3
Description : Carries cars across water for less cost than building a
bridge.
Limited to 16 terminals per city.
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Seaports
Cost to build : $10,000
Monthly cost : $500
Cargo Capacity : 4,000 tons
Footprint : 13x7
Description : Speeds raw materials to factories and finished goods to
markets.
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Marina
Cost to build : $4,000
Monthly cost : $90
Footprint : 1x5
Requirements : Medium and High Wealth Residents: 18,000
Mayor Rating: 53
At least 20% of city area is water
Description : Opens up new recreational and tourist opportunities.
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| [3] Utilities |
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Without utilities, your city will come to a standstill. You need power, water
and sanitation services, or else your city will turn into an anarchy. If your
Sims can't have power, you'll lose power. Get it?
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| [3.1] Power Systems |
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Power Lines
Cost per segment : $2
Cost per tower : $15
Monthly cost : $0.10 per segment
Footprint : 1x1
Description : Drag lines from one zone to another or from the plant to
the edge of a zone to power up.
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Wind Power Plant
Cost to build : $500
Monthly cost : $50
Power Generated : 200MWh/Month
Footprint : 1x2
Description : Cheap to build and squeaky clean.
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Natural Gas Power Plant
Cost to build : $9,000
Monthly cost : $400
Power Generated : 3,000MWh/Month
Footprint : 4x4
Description : Moderate pollution.
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Coal Power Plant
Cost to build : $10,000
Monthly cost : $250
Power Generated : 6,000MWh/Month
Footprint : 4x4
Description : Heaviest pollution.
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Oil Power Plant
Cost to build : $17,000
Monthly cost : $600
Power Generated : 7,000MWh/Month
Footprint : 4x4
Description : Heavy pollution.
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Solar Power Plant
Cost to build : $30,000
Monthly cost : $1,000
Power Generated : 5,000MWh/Month
Footprint : 6x6
Requirements : High Wealth residential population: 3,000
Mayor Rating: 55
Description : Very clean and safe power.
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Nuclear Power Plant
Cost to build : $40,000
Monthly cost : $3,000
Power Generated : 16,000MWh/Month
Footprint : 4x4
Requirements : Total City Size: 85,000
Total city energy demand plus deals: 25,000
Description : Possibility of a meltdown.
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Hydrogen Power Plant
Cost to build : $100,000
Monthly cost : $10,000
Power Generated : 50,000MWh/Month
Footprint : 5x5
Requirements : City high-tech industry population: 4,000
Total city energy demand plus deals: 30,000
Description : Clean and reliable.
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| [3.2] Water Systems |
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Pipe
Cost to build : $9 per segment
Monthly cost : $0.10 per segment
Footprint : 1x1
Description : Pipes are built in the underground view. Connect pipes to
your water buildings and run them to your developed areas.
Areas receiving water will appear blue. To return to the
above ground view, select any other tool or press esc.
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Water Tower
Cost to build : $150
Monthly cost : $50
Footprint : 1x1
Water Produced : 2,400cu m/Month
Water Source : Aquifer
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Water Pump
Cost to build : $1,400
Monthly cost : $350
Footprint : 1x1
Water Produced : 20,000 cu m/month
Water Source : Aquifer
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Large Water Pump
Cost to build : $15,400
Monthly cost : $3,150
Footprint : 1x2
Water Produced : 200,000cu m/month
Water Source : Aquifer
Requirements : Current total water production: 40,000cu m/Month OR
Total city size: 10,000
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Water Treatment Plant
Cost to build : $15,000
Monthly cost : $350
Footprint : 6x7
Water Treated : 2400cu m/month
Description : Reduces water pollution.
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| [3.3] Sanitation Systems |
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Landfill Zone
Cost to build : $50 per square
Monthly cost : $5.00 per section
Footprint : Custom
Description : Landfills take in and process garbage for your city, but
make nasty neighbors.
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Recycling Center
Cost to build : $5,000
Monthly cost : $350
Footprint : 3x2
Population Served : 25,000
Description : City garbage reduced by 25%.
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Waste to Energy Plant
Cost to build : $25,000
Monthly cost : $1,000
Footprint : 4x4
Power Generated : 5,000MWh/Month
Description : Incinerates garbage to produce power, also produces heavy
pollution.
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| [4] Civic Tools |
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Civic tools are those that keep your city running smoothly. Police stations to
fight the criminals, fire stations to extinguish blazes, and schools to educate
the masses. You'll also find your rewards, landmarks and beatification tools
here.
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| [4.1] Police Stations & Jails |
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Police Kiosk
Cost to build : $80
Monthly cost : $40
Footprint : 1x1
Squad Cars : 0
Prisoner Capacity : 0
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Small Police Station
Cost to build : $250
Monthly cost : $125
Footprint : 3x2
Squad Cars : 2
Prisoner Capacity : 25
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Large Police Station
Cost to build : $800
Monthly cost : $250
Footprint : 3x3
Squad Cars : 4
Prisoner Capacity : 50
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Deluxe Police Station
Cost to build : $1,200
Monthly cost : $300
Footprint : 3x4
Requirements : City size: 41,000
Description : Moderately more effective, and includes a police
helicopter.
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City Jail
Cost to build : $2,500
Monthly cost : $450
Footprint : 3x4
Prisoner Capacity : 1,000
Description : The police cannot be fully effective without a jail in
your city.
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Federal Prison
Cost to build : FREE (Reward structure)
Monthly income : 250
Footprint : 4x4
Prisoner Capacity : 3,000
Description : SimNation wants to dump its problem sims on your city in
return for cold, hard cash.
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| [4.2] Fire Stations |
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Small Fire Station
Cost to build : $250
Monthly cost : $125
Footprint : 1x2
Fire Engines : 1
Description : Small protection area.
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Large Fire Station
Cost to build : $800
Monthly cost : $250
Footprint : 2x3
Fire Engines : 2
Description : Large Protection Area
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Fire Department Landing Strip
Cost to build : $800
Monthly cost : $275
Footprint : 17x6
Requirements : City size: 31,000
Description : Provides widespread fire coverage.
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| [4.3] Educational Systems |
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Elementary School
Cost to build : $300
Monthly cost : $400
Footprint : 2x3
Student Capacity : 500
Description : Educates young Sims.
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Large Elementary School
Cost to build : $2,100
Monthly cost : $2,000
Footprint : 4x3
Requirements : Residential population: 4,000
Description : Educates lots of young Sims.
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Local Branch Library
Cost to build : $1,000
Monthly cost : $250
Footprint : 2x2
Books Available : 30,000
Description : Keeps adult Sims from forgetting their education.
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High School
Cost to build : $1,050
Monthly cost : $750
Footprint : 4x4
Student Capacity : 750
Description : Educates teen Sims.
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Large High School
Cost to build : $7,350
Monthly cost : $3,750
Footprint : 6x4
Requirements : Residential population: 6,000
Description : Educates lots of teen Sims.
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City Museum
Cost to build : $1,500
Monthly cost : $450
Footprint : 2x3
Exhibits Available : 30
Description : Attracts artists and their patrons.
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City College
Cost to build : $3,000
Monthly cost : $1,000
Footprint : 5x3
Student Capacity : 7,000
Description : Educates young adult Sims.
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Private School
Cost to build : FREE (Reward structure)
Footprint : 2x4
Description : Sims with money will move close to this prestigious
school.
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University
Cost to build : $82,000
Monthly cost : $1,500
Footprint : 12x14
Requirements : Residential population: 15,000
Mayor Rating: 42
City School Grade: 95
Description : Provides a wealth of knowledge to the Sims.
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Major Art Museum
Cost to build : $15,000
Monthly cost : $250
Footprint : 3x3
Requirements : Middle and High Income residents: 12,000
Mayor Rating: 45
Number of good public museums: 4
Description : Allows Sims to exercise their minds more freely.
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Main Library
Cost to build : $36,000
Monthly cost : 210
Footprint : 4x3
Requirements : Residential population: 34,000
Mayor Rating: 37
Number of good public libraries: 5
Description : Increases the effectiveness of your libraries.
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| [4.4] Hospitals & Clinics |
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Medical Clinic
Cost to build : $400
Monthly cost : $400
Footprint : 1x2
Patient Capacity : 500
Description : Small coverage area.
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Large Medical Center
Cost to build : $1,100
Monthly cost : $1,200
Footprint : 3x4
Patient Capacity : 3,000
Description : Large coverage area.
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Disease Research Center
Cost to build : $26,000
Monthly cost : $180
Footprint : 5x6
Requirements : City size: 56,000
Mayor Rating: 45
Number of Hospitals: 3
Description : Extends Sims' lives and maybe your term in office.
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| [4.5] Landmarks |
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Hollywood Sign
Cost to build : $30,000
Monthly cost : $60
Origin : Los Angeles, USA
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The Sphinx
Cost to build : $50,000
Monthly cost : $100
Origin : Giza, Egypt
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Alcatraz
Cost to build : $50,000
Monthly cost : $100
Origin : San Francisco, USA
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California Plaza
Cost to build : $50,000
Monthly cost : $100
Origin : Walnut Creek, USA
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Faneuil Hall
Cost to build : $50,000
Monthly cost : $100
Origin : Boston, USA
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Coit Tower
Cost to build : $55,000
Monthly cost : $110
Origin : San Francisco, USA
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The Living Mall
Cost to build : $55,000
Monthly cost : $110
Origin : Taipei, Taiwan
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Tower of London
Cost to build : $55,000
Monthly cost : $110
Origin : London, United Kingdom
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Smith Tower
Cost to build : $55,000
Monthly cost : $110
Origin : Seattle, USA
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Stonehenge
Cost to build : $60,000
Monthly cost : $10
Origin : Stonehenge, England
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Independence Hall
Cost to build : $60,000
Monthly cost : $120
Origin : Philadelphia, USA
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Kunjungjon
Cost to build : $65,000
Monthly cost : $130
Origin : Seoul, Korea
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Palacio Real
Cost to build : $65,000
Monthly cost : $130
Origin : Madrid, Spain
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The Alamo
Cost to build : $65,000
Monthly cost : $130
Origin : San Antonio, USA
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Mayflower Port
Cost to build : $65,000
Monthly cost : $130
Origin : Plymouth, MA
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San Francisco City Hall
Cost to build : $65,000
Monthly cost : $130
Origin : San Francisco, CA
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Rotes Rathaus
Cost to build : $65,000
Monthly cost : $130
Origin : Berlin, Germany
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Amalienborg
Cost to build : $70,000
Monthly cost : $120
Origin : Copenhagen, Denmark
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Washington Monument
Cost to build : $70,000
Monthly cost : $140
Origin : Washington D.C., USA
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The White House
Cost to build : $70,000
Monthly cost : $140
Origin : Washington D.C., USA
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Big Ben
Cost to build : $75,000
Monthly cost : $150
Origin : London, United Kingdom
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Hagia Sofia
Cost to build : $80,000
Monthly cost : $160
Origin : Istanbul, Turkey
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Jefferson Memorial
Cost to build : $80,000
Monthly cost : $160
Origin : Washington D.C., USA
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Lincoln Memorial
Cost to build : $85,000
Monthly cost : $170
Origin : Washington D.C., USA
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The Statue of Liberty
Cost to build : $85,000
Monthly cost : $170
Origin : New York City, USA
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Fernsehturm
Cost to build : $85,000
Monthly cost : $170
Origin : Berlin, Germany
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Grutzehaus
Cost to build : $22,000
Description : The house of the Grutze family.
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Adler Planetarium
Cost to build : $90,000
Monthly cost : 180
Origin : Chicago, Illinois
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Palace of Fine Arts
Cost to build : $90,000
Monthly cost : $180
Origin : San Francisco, USA
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St. Basil's
Cost to build : $90,000
Monthly cost : $180
Origin : Moscow, Russia
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Rockefeller Center
Cost to build : $90,000
Monthly cost : $180
Origin : New York, USA
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Schloss Neuschwanstein
Cost to build : $90,000
Monthly cost : $180
Origin : Fuessen, Germany
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Gateway Arch
Cost to build : $90,000
Monthly cost : $180
Origin : St. Louis, USA
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The Guggenheim Museum
Cost to build : $95,000
Monthly cost : $180
Origin : New York City, USA
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Taipei Fine Arts Museum
Cost to build : $95,000
Monthly cost : $180
Origin : Taipei, Taiwan
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Schloss Schoenbrun
Cost to build : $95,000
Monthly cost : $180
Origin : Vienna, Austria
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The Taj Mahal
Cost to build : $105,000
Monthly cost : $200
Origin : Agra, Umar Pradesh, India
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American Museum of Natural History
Cost to build : $110,000
Monthly cost : $220
Origin : New York, USA
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Bank of America
Cost to build : $110,000
Monthly cost : $210
Origin : San Francisco, USA
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Columbia Seafirst Center
Cost to build : $110,000
Monthly cost : $210
Origin : Seattle, USA
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Lincoln Center
Cost to build : $125,000
Monthly cost : $275
Origin : New York, USA
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Grutze Industries
Cost to build : $60,000
Description : A plant that manufacturers many Grutze products.
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U.S. Capitol Building
Cost to build : $135,000
Monthly cost : $260
Origin : Washington D.C., USA
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Ian's House of Stone
Cost to build : $75,000
Description : A house made of stone and wood.
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The Great Pyramid
Cost to build : $160,000
Monthly cost : $310
Origin : Giza, Egypt
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John Hancock Center
Cost to build : $165,000
Monthly cost : $320
Origin : Chicago, USA
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The Temple of G
Cost to build : $100,000
Description : An ancient structure made in the honor of the great Grutz.
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Chrysler Building
Cost to build : $170,000
Monthly cost : $330
Origin : New York City, USA
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Tokyo Tower
Cost to build : $175,000
Monthly cost : $340
Origin : Tokyo, Japan
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Longfellow Keep
Cost to build : $110,000
Description : Location: Long ago and far away.
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Keep w/walls
Cost to build : $110,000
Description : Location: Long ago and far away.
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The Bank of China Tower
Cost to build : $180,000
Monthly cost : $300
Origin : Hong Kong
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CN Tower
Cost to build : $225,000
Monthly cost : $440
Origin : Toronto, Canada
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The Empire State Building
Cost to build : $240,000
Monthly cost : $470
Origin : New York City, USA
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| [4.6] Rewards & Business Deals |
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Toxic Waste Dump
Cost to build : FREE (Reward structure)
Monthly income : $400
Footprint : 4x4
Description : Your city gets a fat paycheck in return for taking health
risks.
Notes:
While the $400 may be a good enough reason to place the plant, I suggest you
don't, because your city's health level will drop considerably over the next
few years.
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Missile Range
Cost to build : FREE (Reward structure)
Monthly income : $450
Footprint : 4x4
Description : Remember, accidents do happen.
Notes:
The description doesn't lie; every so often, a missile will go off course, and
it can wind up destroying a good sized chunk of your city. Over twenty years,
I only had two missiles go off course, and only one of them hit anything, so I
would still suggest accepting this building if you get it.
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Army Base
Cost to build : FREE (Reward structure)
Monthly income : $350
Footprint : 14x14
Description : SimNation will give you money if you allow a base in your
city.
Notes:
The $350 isn't high enough for you to place this. It causes pollution, noise,
and nobody wants to live next to it. It also makes your water pollution levels
rise fast.
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Area 51 (Top Secret)
Footprint : 11x22
Description : Do you dare make a deal with the Evil Dr. Vu? What price
for the agony of your city?
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Federal Prison
Cost to build : FREE (Reward structure)
Monthly income : 250
Footprint : 4x4
Prisoner Capacity : 3,000
Description : SimNation wants to dump its problem sims on your city in
return for cold, hard cash.
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Casino
Cost to build : FREE (Reward structure)
Monthly income : $300
Footprint : 4x6
Description : Brings in the Simoleans as well as the more undesirable
elements of Sim life.
Notes:
>From what I've seen, the crime increase isn't much, so it's well worth it to
build the casino. Place it far enough way so people won't mind, but not far
enough that it takes forever to get there.
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Mayor's House
Cost to build : $1,800
Monthly cost : $30
Footprint : 2x3
Requirements : City size: 500
Mayor Rating: 20
Description : Well-to-do Sims will want to live close by this
illustrious mansion.
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House of Worship
Cost to build : FREE (Reward structure)
Footprint : 3x3
Description : Gives your sims time to find a little piece of mind.
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Cemetary
Cost to build : FREE (Reward structure)
Footprint : 5x5
Description : Sims feel better knowing that their loved ones have a
final resting place.
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Private School
Cost to build : FREE (Reward structure)
Footprint : 2x4
Description : Sims with money will move close to this prestigious
school.
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Mayor's Stature
Cost to build : $3,700
Monthly cost : $30
Footprint : 1x1
Description : Sims will want to live next to your likeness.
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Marina
Cost to build : $4,000
Monthly cost : $90
Footprint : 1x5
Requirements : Medium and High Wealth Residents: 18,000
Mayor Rating: 53
At least 20% of city area is water
Description : Opens up new recreational and tourist opportunities.
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Farmers Market
Cost to build : $4,900
Monthly cost : $30
Footprint : 3x3
Requirements : City size: 3,000
Mayor Rating: 34
Farm population: 600
Description : Provides for better eating habits and increased business.
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Lighthouse
Cost to build : $6,500
Monthly cost : $100
Footprint : 3x3
Requirements : At least one functioning seaport
Description : Improves efficiency of seaports.
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Impressive Mayor's Statue
Cost to build : $6,400
Monthly cost : $30
Footprint : 1x1
Description : Sims will want to live next to your likeness.
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Country Club
Cost to build : FREE (Reward structure)
Footprint : 14x14
Requirements : High Wealth residents: 4,000
Mayor Rating: 55
Description : Attracts the rich, but may upset the rest of the Sims.
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State Fair
Cost to build : $14,000
Footprint : 10x14
Requirements : City size: 3,500
Mayor Rating: 48
Farm Population: 1,200
Description : The agricultural showcase of the state.
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University
Cost to build : $82,000
Monthly cost : $1,500
Footprint : 12x14
Requirements : Residential population: 15,000
Mayor Rating: 42
City School Grade: 95
Description : Provides a wealth of knowledge to the Sims.
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Major Art Museum
Cost to build : $15,000
Monthly cost : $250
Footprint : 3x3
Requirements : Middle and High Income residents: 12,000
Mayor Rating: 45
Number of good public museums: 4
Description : Allows Sims to exercise their minds more freely.
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Radio Station
Cost to build : FREE (Reward structure)
Footprint : 2x2
Requirements : City size: 18,000
Mayor Rating: 30
Description : Keeps Sims entertained.
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Minor League Stadium
Cost to build : $17,000
Monthly cost : $120
Footprint : 9x9
Requirements : City size: 22,500
Mayor Rating: 20
Number of public recreation facilities: 16
Description : A great way for Sims to relax and blow off a little steam.
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Main Library
Cost to build : $36,000
Monthly cost : 210
Footprint : 4x3
Requirements : Residential population: 34,000
Mayor Rating: 37
Number of good public libraries: 5
Description : Increases the effectiveness of your libraries.
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Magnificent Mayor's Statue
Cost to build : $22,000
Monthly cost : $250
Footprint : 1x1
Description : Sims will want to live next to your likeness.
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Disease Research Center
Cost to build : $26,000
Monthly cost : $180
Footprint : 5x6
Requirements : City size: 56,000
Mayor Rating: 45
Number of Hospitals: 3
Description : Extends Sims' lives and maybe your term in office.
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Opera House
Cost to build : $68,000
Monthly cost : $330
Footprint : 3x4
Requirements : Middle and High income residents: 48,000
Mayor Rating: 52
Major Art Museum
Description : Adds culture to Sims lives.
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Tourist Trap
Cost to build : FREE (Reward structure)
Footprint : 2x3
Requirements : Region population: 40,000
Number of connected neighbor cities: 4
Number of connected cities in region: 6
Description : Can provide an increase to local business.
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Convention Center
Cost to build : $42,000
Monthly cost : $220
Footprint : 11x8
Requirements : Commercial population: 25,000
Mayor Rating: 40
Major Airport
Description : Expands your city's business opportunities.
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Television Studio
Cost to build : FREE (Reward structure)
Footprint : 3x3
Requirements : City size: 65,000
Mayor Rating: 50
Radio Station
Description : Can bump up business in your city.
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City Zoo
Cost to build : $57,000
Monthly cost : $260
Footprint : 10x10
Requirements : City size: 80,000
Mayor Rating: 68
Number of Parks: 25
Description : A day at the zoo can make Sims happier.
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City Hall
Cost to build : $17,000
Monthly cost : $280
Footprint : 4x3
Requirements : City size: 12,500
Mayor Rating: 20
Description : City government is more efficient.
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Resort Hotel
Cost to build : FREE (Reward structure)
Footprint : 4x4
Requirements : Region Middle and High Wealth residents: 50,000
Mayor Rating: 52
Number of cities in region: 4
Low pollution
Description : Makes Sims happy and creates some jobs.
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Courthouse
Cost to build : $21,000
Monthly cost : $300
Footprint : 3x3
Requirements : City size: 40,000
Mayor Rating: 33
City Hall
Description : Provides an efficient and speedy justice system.
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Cruise Ship Port
Cost to build : $28,000
Monthly cost : $180
Footprint : 4x5
Requirements : Commercial jobs: 15,000
City Parks: 15
At least 35% of city area is water
Description : Provides a boost to high-end commercial service.
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The Bureau of Bureaucracy
Cost to build : $36,000
Monthly cost : $320
Footprint : 4x4
Requirements : City size: 39,000
Mayor Rating: 30
Well-funded health and education system
Description : The bureau that handles bureaucracy.
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Major League Stadium
Cost to build : $78,000
Monthly cost : $340
Footprint : 10x11
Requirements : City size: 85,000
Mayor Rating: 30
Minor League Stadium
Description : Your city will prosper as Sims flock to see games.
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Movie Studio
Cost to build : FREE (Reward structure)
Footprint : 8x10
Requirements : City size: 110,000
Mayor Rating: 52
Television Studio
Description : Boost to tourism.
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Colossal Mayor's Statue
Cost to build : $59,000
Monthly cost : $300
Footprint : 1x1
Description : Sims will want to live next to your likeness.
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Stock Exchange
Cost to build : FREE (Reward structure)
Footprint : 4x3
Requirements : Commercial Office population: 25,000
Mayor Rating: 45
Description : Attracts large corporations to your city.
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Advanced Research Center
Cost to build : $50,000
Monthly cost : $280
Footprint : 7x6
Requirements : High-Tech Industry Population: 2,000
Mayor Rating: 54
University
Description : High paying jobs are created.
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Space Port
Cost to build : $96,000
Monthly cost : $400
Footprint : 8x9
Requirements : High-Tech Jobs: 25,000
Advanced Research Center
Description : Provides a boost to high-tech industry.
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Open Paved Area
Cost to build : $40
Monthly cost : $5
Description : Provides recreation and relaxation for Sims.
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Open Grass Area
Cost to build : $40
Monthly cost : $5
Description : Provides recreation and relaxation for Sims.
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Small Park Green
Cost to build : $40
Monthly cost : $5
Description : Provides recreation and relaxation for Sims.
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Community Garden
Cost to build : $70
Monthly cost : $5
Description : Provides recreation and relaxation for Sims.
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Community Garden
Cost to build : $70
Monthly cost : $5
Description : Provides recreation and relaxation for Sims.
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Community Garden
Cost to build : $70
Monthly cost : $5
Description : Provides recreation and relaxation for Sims.
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Community Garden
Cost to build : $70
Monthly cost : $5
Description : Provides recreation and relaxation for Sims.
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Beach
Cost to build : $70
Monthly cost : $5
Description : Provides recreation and relaxation for Sims.
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Small Flower Garden
Cost to build : $80
Monthly cost : $5
Description : Provides recreation and relaxation for Sims.
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Basketball Court
Cost to build : $90
Monthly cost : $10
Description : Provides recreation and relaxation for Sims.
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Playground
Cost to build : $90
Monthly cost : $10
Description : Provides recreation and relaxation for Sims.
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Gazebo
Cost to build : $90
Monthly cost : $10
Description : Provides recreation and relaxation for Sims.
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Ranger Station
Cost to build : $90
Monthly cost : $10
Description : Provides recreation and relaxation for Sims.
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Small Plaza
Cost to build : $90
Monthly cost : $10
Description : Provides recreation and relaxation for Sims.
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Tennis Court
Cost to build : $130
Monthly cost : $15
Description : Provides recreation and relaxation for Sims.
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Medium Park Green
Cost to build : $150
Monthly cost : $15
Description : Provides recreation and relaxation for Sims.
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Medium Flower Garden
Cost to build : $170
Monthly cost : $20
Description : Provides recreation and relaxation for Sims.
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Medium Playground
Cost to build : $210
Monthly cost : $25
Description : Provides recreation and relaxation for Sims.
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Skateboard Park
Cost to build : $210
Monthly cost : $25
Description : Provides recreation and relaxation for Sims.
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Medium Plaza
Cost to build : $210
Monthly cost : $25
Description : Provides recreation and relaxation for Sims.
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Large Flower Garden
Cost to build : $310
Monthly cost : $35
Description : Provides recreation and relaxation for Sims.
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Large Park Green
Cost to build : $320
Monthly cost : $25
Description : Provides recreation and relaxation for Sims.
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Soccer Field
Cost to build : $340
Monthly cost : $35
Description : Provides recreation and relaxation for Sims.
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Softball Field
Cost to build : $400
Monthly cost : $35
Description : Provides recreation and relaxation for Sims.
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Large Plaza
Cost to build : $400
Monthly cost : $35
Description : Provides recreation and relaxation for Sims.
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Marina
Cost to build : $4,000
Monthly cost : $90
Footprint : 1x5
Requirements : Medium and High Wealth Residents: 18,000
Mayor Rating: 53
At least 20% of city area is water
Description : Opens up new recreational and tourist opportunities.
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Farmers Market
Cost to build : $4,900
Monthly cost : $30
Footprint : 3x3
Requirements : City size: 3,000
Mayor Rating: 34
Farm population: 600
Description : Provides for better eating habits and increased business.
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Minor League Stadium
Cost to build : $17,000
Monthly cost : $120
Footprint : 9x9
Requirements : City size: 22,500
Mayor Rating: 20
Number of public recreation facilities: 16
Description : A great way for Sims to relax and blow off a little steam.
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Opera House
Cost to build : $68,000
Monthly cost : $330
Footprint : 3x4
Requirements : Middle and High income residents: 48,000
Mayor Rating: 52
Major Art Museum
Description : Adds culture to Sims lives.
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Tourist Trap
Cost to build : FREE (Reward structure)
Footprint : 2x3
Requirements : Region population: 40,000
Number of connected neighbor cities: 4
Number of connected cities in region: 6
Description : Can provide an increase to local business.
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City Zoo
Cost to build : $57,000
Monthly cost : $260
Footprint : 10x10
Requirements : City size: 80,000
Mayor Rating: 68
Number of Parks: 25
Description : A day at the zoo can make Sims happier.
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Major League Stadium
Cost to build : $78,000
Monthly cost : $340
Footprint : 10x11
Requirements : City size: 85,000
Mayor Rating: 30
Minor League Stadium
Description : Your city will prosper as Sims flock to see games.
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| [5] Downloadable Objects |
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Adler Planetarium
American Flag Prop
Arc de Triomphe
Canadian Flag Prop
Capital Records Building
Castle Ramparts
Grand Central
Grutze Industries
Grutzehaus
Ian's House of Stone
International Day of Peace Prop
Kunjungjon
Rockefeller Center
San Francisco City Hall
Schloss Schonbrunn
Seoul City Hall
Seoul Soccer Stadium
Stonehenge
Sungrye-mun
Taipei Fine Arts Museum
Temple of Grutz
The Brandenburg Gate
The Expiatory Temple of the Sagrada Familia
The Globe Arena
The Mayflower
The Parthenon
Transportation Download
Yuksam (or 63) Building
For details of the downloadable objects, check the Landmark category. You can
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