Construction and Demolition Waste Recycling

The proposed Construction & Demolition Waste Recycling Supplemental Standards are intended to increase compliance with the existing requirements in the building code. There is no proposed change to the existing standards in the building code, which apply to all demolition projects and all construction projects greater than 2,500 square feet. The standards require recycling of concrete, asphalt, metal, untreated wood, cardboard, and interior fixtures/salvageable items. The proposed supplemental standards would include:

• Ability to collect a deposit on any project required to comply with construction and demolition standards in the building code.
• Requirements for a comprehensive waste management plan (CWMP) and ongoing material tracking for projects to be reviewed under the EDM. Specific requirements of the CWMP would include:
  • Designating a single on-site waste manager.
  • Projecting types and volumes of waste materials likely generated.
  • Identifying haulers and disposal and recycling facilities for all materials hauled from the site.
  • Planning for on-site waste stream separation.
  • Training plan for employees and subcontractors.
  • Final reporting requirements including material specific waste receipts.
• A deposit to be paid prior to issuance of building or demolition permit in the amount of $1 per square foot (minimum $2,500 – maximum $100,000).
  • Deposits to be refunded in full upon successful compliance with waste management plan and reporting requirements.
  • Deposits to be partially refunded or forfeited for non-compliance with waste management plan or incomplete reporting.