| Green Building Information What is "Green Building"? Green Building promotes construction that reduces impacts on the environment and creates a healthier environment for building occupants. Green building techniques and materials can be used for both new building construction and remodels. Green Building includes: - Energy and water efficient technologies (such as double-pane windows and low-flow toilets)
- Uses recycled content materials (such as plastic lumber made with recycled plastic containers)
- Reduces and Recycles the amount of Construction & Demolition (C&D) Waste generated by a construction project.
To find out more about Green Building... The City of Martinez offers free booklets and information on Green Building for new construction and remodeling. Call 925-372-3531 to request a copy. You may download a copy of the new Green Building guidelines at: You may also visit the following websites for additional information and green building supply availability: The City of Martinez encourages all owners and builders to consider Green Building in their projects. For questions or assistance in how to incorporate green building in your project, please contact: |
