Five main steps can be identified, leading to increased reuse for renovation and new construction projects.
Step 1: Set clear goals for reuse.
specify the type of products that will be reused;
specify the type of reuse:
on-site if applicable,
external (products/materials harvested from other projects, preferably local, for instance, from other demolition sites, recycling centres, local producers having a surplus, etc.);
possibility of reusing products bought for the project in the future (i.e., not buying products with hazardous materials, buying products with longer lifespans).
assess the potential of space reuse.
Step 2: Prepare an inventory of building materials/products on-site
Step 3: Include the set goals in the proposal/request documents
Step 4: Set aside time for disassembly
Step 5: Monitor reuse during construction and operation
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