17.106.010 Purpose.

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