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Portland and the federal government

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17.106.010 Purpose.

Label: City code section

This Chapter provides deconstruction requirements for the removal of Portland’s older and more historic primary dwelling structures. The Deconstruction of Buildings Law seeks to:

  1. A. Maximize the salvage of valuable building materials for reuse;
  2. B. Reduce carbon emissions associated with demolition;
  3. C. Reduce the amount of demolition waste disposed of in landfills; and
  4. D. Minimize the adverse impacts associated with building removal.
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