Renovation of Prefabricated Panel Houses in Zhejiang Province

The renovation of prefabricated panel houses in Zhejiang Province, represented by Yuecheng District in Shaoxing City, adopts a self-renewal model. Through a combined approach of 'in-situ reconstruction + off-site replacement', it promotes the upgrading of old residential areas by integrating policy guidance with resident consultations.

I. Policy Framework and Implementation Principles
The renovation of prefabricated panel houses in Zhejiang Province takes Yuecheng District in Shaoxing City as a pilot project, with the core policy document being 'Yue Zheng Ban Fa [2025] No. 33'. It outlines six principles: 'homeowner-led, government-guided, adhering to bottom lines, exploring innovations, pilot-first, and steady progress'. The renovation models are divided into two categories: in-situ self-renewal (such as complete demolition and reconstruction) and off-site old house replacement, allowing residents to choose based on their needs. The government provides support through planning approvals, financial subsidies, and transitional housing arrangements, but the main renovation entity is the homeowners, who need to make decisions through self-negotiation.

II. Typical Case: Renovation Practice of Changcheng Jiaoyuan Community
Built in the 1990s, Changcheng Jiaoyuan Community features a prefabricated panel structure with issues such as aging walls, small unit sizes, and lack of amenities. The renovation plan involves complete demolition and reconstruction, optimizing the original 13 five-story residential buildings into six 11-story elevator-equipped high-rise buildings. It adds improved unit types and facilities such as a community canteen and commercial center, significantly enhancing living quality.
Two major challenges were encountered during the renovation process:

1. Agreement Rate Challenge: A 100% agreement from homeowners is required to initiate the project. Through mobilization by homeowner representatives and door-to-door communications, all 273 households signed up in just 12 days in July 2025, reflecting a high level of consensus among residents.
2. Transitional Housing Guarantee: The sub-district office arranged transitional housing for special groups such as elderly people in difficulty and provided free medical and elderly care services and volunteer assistance to ensure stability during the renovation period.

III. Core Characteristics of the Renovation Model

1. Resident-Led Decision-Making: From plan selection to agreement advancement, the entire process is based on homeowner consultations, with the government only providing policy and resource support.
2. Function Upgrade Orientation: After reconstruction, elevators, commercial amenities, and other facilities are added to address the pain points of 'aging-friendliness' and 'convenience' in old residential areas.
3. Social Synergy Guarantee: Through multi-party collaboration among the government, community, and volunteers, a transitional support mechanism is established to minimize the impact of renovation on residents' lives.

IV. Promotion Value and Challenges
This model provides replicable experience for the renovation of prefabricated panel houses in Zhejiang Province, especially suitable for old residential areas with strong resident renovation意愿 (willingness) and concentrated property rights. However, it should be noted that the 100% agreement requirement places high demands on residents' negotiation capabilities, and the reconstruction period (such as the estimated two years for Changcheng Jiaoyuan) may affect the acceptability of some residents. In the future, policy details need to be further optimized to balance renovation efficiency and resident rights.