More about Buffalo ReUse

Buffalo ReUse has a full-time crew that conducts both deconstruction and salvage operations in the city of Buffalo. Here are some ways that Buffalo ReUse is saving reusable materials from the landfill and encouraging reuse:

• Deconstructing city and privately-owned properties to salvage lumber and building materials.
• Supporting LEED building credits for developers to encourage more “green-minded” development.
• Accepting donations from homeowners of new or used building materials so less reusable material is dumped in the landfill.
• Educating the community about the potential value of materials locked in abandoned buildings.

Sales of building materials support our community development efforts and our plans to train and employ young men and women, ages 18–24 years.

Our intention is not just to take down buildings, but rather to work with community associations and block clubs to create new assets such as community gardens, greenhouses, orchards, or microparks. In the long run, we intend to collaborate more with the City’s Office of Strategic Planning and create a solid plan for future demolitions and land use.