Denver now requiring recycling and reuse plans for demolition jobs
The City and County’s new “Waste No More” policy has new requirements for construction and demolition jobs as of June 1, 2023. Here’s a breakdown of what it means and how we can help.
Blog updated: 2/26/2024
In 2023, Denver joined a handful of cities in the U.S. in creating rules to divert construction and demolition (C&D) waste from the landfill by requiring reuse and recycling plans, as well as recycling and reuse compliance forms, for all demolition projects.
Ballot initiative 306, known as the “Waste No More” ordinance, was approved by voters in November 2022 and also requires commercial entities such as apartment complexes, office buildings, restaurants, and other businesses to offer recycling and composting services.
We can assist you in meeting the new requirements by creating the reuse and recycling plans for your construction or demolition project, providing the demolition and deconstruction service, and by sorting and hauling the materials from your site. Call or email us today.
What does the new “Waste No More” initiative require of construction and demolition sites?
As of June 1, 2023, those applying for construction and demolition permits must submit:
Waste No More Recycling and Reuse Plan: Must be submitted before a construction permit can be issued
NEW — Recycling and Reuse Compliance Form: Submitted prior to the completion of the final inspection; Verifies the actual results of the reuse and recycling efforts
Learn more on the City and County of Denver website
Need help complying with reuse and recycling requirements in your town? Contact us! We offer consultations and guidance to help make the process smooth and easy.
Learn more on the Denvergov.org Waste No More webpage.
How Perks Deconstruction Can Help You Meet the “Waste No More” Requirements
We provide deconstruction services and sort material on-site for salvaged/reuse and recycling, per the ordinance. We also provide:
Consulting services that include creating the required reuse and recycling plans for City and County of Denver to show compliance of the ordinance before obtaining a construction or demolition permit
Training for any of your on-site personnel
A written plan for on-site contractors to follow
To begin, we can set up a “job walk” to learn more about your project, or, you can send us your blueprints, scope description, and any photos of your project to get started. Contact us today to set up an appointment.
Why Choose Perks Deconstruction for Your Demolition Project in Denver
Our goal is and always has been to salvage, reuse, and recycle as many materials as possible with every demolition job we take on. Our process of surgically dismantling structures in the reverse order they are built preserves the value of every material, and we work with ethical local and national reuse and recycling partners to find the highest and best use for all materials. This Zero Waste approach allows us to salvage up to 85% of all the materials we deconstruct, making every job a project clients can feel good about. Read more in our 2022 Company Highlights Annual Report.
In addition, deconstructing and salvaging structures instead of demolishing them has added bonuses:
Reusable materials that are salvaged and donated from your job can result in tax deduction benefits for your project
Many of the materials we salvage are sold locally at a discount through our Perks Deconstruction Reclaimed Lumber Warehouse, creating affordable building stock for the local community
Choosing deconstruction contributes to a more sustainable, circular local economy
We are excited about the new requirements, which will help keep valuable materials out of the landfill and keep them in the production loop. In Colorado, up to 40% of all landfill waste is C&D waste. With the new ordinance in place, Denver will reduce the city’s C&D waste while turning these materials into local recycled stock or highly sought after reclaimed lumber, appliances, and more.
Contact us today for a free consultation and estimate on your commercial demolition project
We look forward to assisting you!
Perks Deconstruction
6800 A East 53rd Place
Commerce City, CO 80022 USA
(720) 588-3740
anna@perksdeconstruction.com
