California city to pass ordinances for green construction
The Albany City Council gave preliminary approval this week to three ordinances that comprise its proposed green building program. The ordinances are scheduled to go before the City Council for final approval Dec. 4.
The ordinances introduce the following changes:
- Projects with more than 10,000 sq feet of non-residential space will be required to use recycled water for construction for designated project areas.
- Construction and demolition/renovation projects with costs more than $75,000 ($25,000 for demolition only projects) are required to divert at least half of all debris for recycling.
- More time will be permitted for inspections.