Apply for a building reuse grant: residential deconstruction

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Residential deconstruction project

Applicant information

Format as xxx-xxx-xxxx.

Project information

Square footage requirements:

  • 500 square feet minimum for deconstruction projects.
  • Accessory structures, such as garages, are not included in square footage.
  • Only include square footage for areas of property where deconstruction work will take place.

Enter 1 if the property is a single-family home.

Character limit is 512.

Note: Grant funds cover eligible deconstruction expenses only. Applicants must provide list of deconstruction expenses. If grantee contracts for deconstruction with a private company, all payments to the company must be completed in full and proof of payment provided before grant funds will be released.

Materials being deconstructed for reuse

You must deconstruct at least five material types from this category.

You must salvage at least one material type and a total of 1,000 pounds from this category.

Find details and contact information for salvage and recycling businesses.

Please note that all non-reusable building material generated from deconstruction projects must be sent to a construction and demolition waste recycling processing facility that achieves a minimum 60% recycling rate. Failure to meet the grant requirements could result in cancelation or reduction of funds.

Note: Approval will be required and applicants must be able to verify a minimum 60% recycling rate for facilities not listed above.

Funding requested

Residential deconstruction: Maximum $5,000 per project (up to $2 per square foot).

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