Frequently Asked Questions
How could improving material salvage through deconstruction help the City reach its long-term zero waste goals?
Demolished single-family homes in Victoria provide an opportunity to divert 3,000 tonnes per year from the landfill. This represents roughly 15% of Zero Waste Victoria’s 2040 target.
How might this affect the job market?
Research done for Metro Vancouver indicates that deconstruction creates 6 to 8 jobs for every 1 job in conventional demolition.
Are you working with the Capital Regional District on addressing construction and demolition waste?
Addressing construction waste is identified as a priority in the CRD’s Solid Waste Management Plan. The City of Victoria is working closely with the CRD on an approach that supports the region.
How many buildings are demolished in the City of Victoria each year?
There are between 40 and 60 buildings demolished every year in Victoria. Approximately three quarters of these are houses.