A steady increase in the numbers of multi-unit developments (MUDs) in Melbourne, Victoria, has led to the issuing of a guide to best practice in dealing with waste in these buildings. Resource recovery from MUDs falls far short of the recycling rate achieved by single dwelling domestic households which can divert 50% of their waste from landfill. As the number of MUDs increases it is important that these practices are incorporated into new developments.
Sustainability Victoria has developed the ‘Best Practice Guide for Waste Management in Multi-unit Developments’ to assist those involved in building these blocks. It outlines points to be considered during the design phase. The guidelines are being revised and will be completed before the end of the first quarter of 2010.
