New association launched in B.C. to prevent demolition of houses
AI Article Summary
The Building Relocation and Deconstruction Association of British Columbia (BRDA) was recently established to promote alternatives to demolishing houses, such as relocation and deconstruction. The association was launched at the Home Demolition Prevention Forum in New Westminster in May 2025. The event aimed to bring stakeholders together to discuss sustainable options in housing.
What This Means for Canadian Contractors
This initiative shows how sustainable building practices can be integrated into urban development. For Canadian builders, this means exploring new opportunities in house relocation and deconstruction, which can affect permits and timelines by potentially reducing the need for new materials and decreasing waste. Additionally, there could be new funding opportunities and collaborations with local governments focused on sustainability.
