Project Summary N-134: Deconstruction and Demolition Waste Management Bylaw
Research and preparation for a bylaw to divert construction waste from landfills.
Project Summary
Priority: Discretionary Public Engagement: Consult Project Name: Deconstruction and Demolition Waste Management Bylaw 1-2-05100-615 CC510-41 Submitted by: Leanne Taylor, Director Development Services
Executive Summary
At the Regular Council meeting on October 15, 2024, Council passed a motion instructing staff to prepare a project summary for the creation of a deconstruction and/or demolition waste management bylaw for the 2025 budget deliberations, which would be initiated after the completion of the new Official Community Plan. Phase 1 would include the completion of a review and analysis of the existing housing stock and report back to Council in 2027. Should Council wish to proceed with a bylaw, phase 2 would include research, consultation and the preparation of a bylaw in 2028.
Business problem and opportunity
To reduce and divert construction waste from the Hartland Landfill.
Proposed project objectives
- Carry out a comprehensive review of the Town’s existing housing stock to determine the number of single-family dwellings and duplexes constructed prior to 1960 and further analysis to estimate how much of the housing stock would be suitable for deconstruction.
- Conduct consultation with the development industry, including experts in deconstruction and salvage.
- Following research and consultation, determine if a deconstruction and demolition waste management bylaw, or a demolition waste bylaw is the appropriate approach for the Town.
Business risks
This will be a time-intensive project to initiate and will require staff time and resources to implement and monitor overtime.
Proposed sources of funding
Local Government Climate Action Program Funding, 1-1-00500-188
Costs and benefits
| Costs | FY1 | FY2 | FY3 | FY4 | FY5 | 5-year Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capital | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Operational | 0 | 10,000 | 20,000 | 0 | 0 | 30,000 |
| Total | 0 | 10,000 | 20,000 | 0 | 0 | 30,000 |
| Benefits | |
|---|---|
| Tangible | Reduction and diversion of construction waste from Hartland Landfill. |
| Intangible | Raise public awareness on reducing, recycling, and diverting waste from the landfill. |
Recommendation
THAT the Committee recommend the 2026-2030 Financial Plan include a Deconstruction and Demolition Waste Management Bylaw in 2027 and 2028 to be funded by Local Government Climate Action Program Funding.
Additional Information
Council report entitled 2024 10 15 Feasibility Analysis – Deconstruction and Demolition Waste Management Bylaw