Harmful Materials and Residential Demolition

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Use caution if there's any doubt about the nature or composition materials found in a residential structure.

Highlights: RCRA In Focus

The Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) requires certain procedures when generating, storing,
transporting, or disposing of hazardous waste.

What are some typical RCRA wastes in construction and demolition?
How should I manage construction and demolition debris that contains mercury?
How should I manage asbestos debris?

Examples of Harmful Materials

While this is not an exhaustive list, these are examples of harmful materials you might encounter in a residential property.

Illegal Dumping

Unsecured and abandoned structures and vacant lots can become sites for illegal dumping (also called fly dumping or midnight dumping). Household refuse, broken-down cars, used tires, and other refuse left at abandoned lots can attract dumping.

An Illegal Dumping Prevention Guidebook (EPA 905-B-97-001)
IDEA (Illegal Dumping Economic Assessment) Cost Estimating Model User's Guide (EPA 905-B-00-002) which can be used to estimate the total costs associated with illegal dumping and the economic impact on the community

Harmful Materials and Residential Demolition

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Highlights: RCRA In Focus

Examples of Harmful Materials

Illegal Dumping

Large-Scale Residential Demolition

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