Abstract
The high demolition rate (∼60%) of reinforced concrete (RC) buildings that generally performed well in Christchurch, New Zealand, has been one of the most important lessons from the Canterbury Earthquakes. In an effort to understand such an outcome, various factors influencing the post-earthquake decisions on buildings (demolition or repair) are explored, focusing on multi-story RC buildings in Christchurch Central Business District (CBD). Using empirical data, logistic regression analysis was conducted to explain the likelihood of building demolition. Several explanatory factors were found to be statistically significant: assessed damage, occupancy type, heritage status, number of floors, and construction year. From in-person interviews conducted in New Zealand, contextual factors such as insurance policy and changes in legislation were also found to play a significant role in the post-earthquake decisions on buildings.
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