Whether you are planning to demolish a house or another building, there are several things to consider before beginning the project. Victoria and other cities concerned about diverting waste from landfills have bylaws to guide demolition companies and individuals through many issues. Here are eight of them to consider when planning a demolition project.
Regulations
You and/or your demolition company should know your municipality's demolition regulations and safety and environmental standards. This will help correctly plan your project and make getting a permit easier.
Plans
In most jurisdictions, including Victoria in addition to any of the other cities on Vancouver Island, you must submit site plans, structural drawings, and details of your proposed demolition to get a permit. A professional demolition company can help you with all these documents and drawings.
Demolition Companies
When planning a demolition project, you can ensure compliance with local regulations and environmental standards by choosing an experienced, licensed, and insured demolition company with a solid reputation. Get multiple quotes, check reviews, and assess safety measures. Ensure the company handles permits and demolition waste removal and adheres to safety protocols.
Permits
Demolition companies often help with or tend to the process of applying for and obtaining necessary demolition permits from the local authorities. There is a permit application fee. Conditions and scheduled inspections to ensure that your demolition complies with regulations may be required as part of the permit.
Safety Precautions
Since demolitions can be hazardous, it's essential that your demolition crew plans for and implements safety measures such as ensuring protective gear for workers, securing the site to prevent unauthorized access, and having a first aid kit readily available. To prevent accidents and collateral damage, all utilities (electricity, water, gas) must be disconnected before demolition begins.
Environmental Impact
Most cities, including Victoria, Nanaimo, another Vancouver Island cities have demolition waste removal bylaws incorporated into permit conditions and stipulations. It is easiest to comply by hiring a demolition company that offers demolition waste removal as part of their service. Recycling materials may be mandatory or a preference. You can discuss this with your demolition contractor. Common demolition waste includes concrete, wood, and metals.
Demolition Method
Bylaws, regulations, and building location and type will impact the appropriate demolition method for your project. The chosen method is submitted along with the permit application. Common demolition methods used in Victoria and on Vancouver Island include mechanical demolition, implosion, and deconstruction.
Neighbours
Inform surrounding property owners about your demolition project, its methods, and its timeline may be required. If it isn’t, it is common courtesy to let your neighbours know the pertinent details.
Plan Your Victoria Area Demolition Project Today
If you are looking for a professional, Victoria-based demolition company that demolishes, dismantles, and deconstructs commercial and residential buildings safely and responsibly and takes care of demolition waste removal, contact Rockridge Industrial Services. We have 25 years of experience managing demolition projects of all sizes across the Pacific Northwest, from Victoria and the Gulf Islands to the Lower Mainland.
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