Work Situation of Prefabricated Panel Houses

Currently, the focus for prefabricated panel houses is on preservation and renovation, supplemented by demolition and reconstruction, with an emphasis on safety assessment, classified disposal, and improvement of living quality.

I. Renovation Policies and Directions: Classified Disposal as the Core

According to the planning of the Ministry of Housing and Urban-Rural Development, the renovation of prefabricated panel houses follows the principle of "classified handling" and does not adopt a "one-size-fits-all" approach of complete demolition. Instead, it is incorporated into the urban renewal system, and differentiated plans are formulated based on the safety status and repair value of the houses.

• Preservation and Renovation: For houses with good structural safety but outdated functional facilities, measures such as structural reinforcement, electrical circuit updates, improvement of fire resistance, elevator installation, and pipeline renovation are taken to extend their service life. For example, exterior wall insulation and window replacement can enhance living comfort, while electrical circuit updates can reduce the risk of fires.
• Demolition and Reconstruction: Demolition is carried out only for houses with serious structural safety hazards (such as foundation settlement and prefabricated panel fractures) that cannot meet safety requirements through reinforcement and repair. For example, Grade D dangerous houses (which are in overall danger and require immediate demolition) are the focus of demolition.
  The policy clearly states "to prevent large-scale demolition and construction." The 2024 "Implementation Guide for Urban Renewal Actions" emphasizes the combination of "preservation and renovation" and "demolition and reconstruction," and the relevant arrangements for 2026 continue this approach, requiring steady progress in governance and renovation.

II. Renovation Proportions and Achievements: Preservation and Renovation Dominate

Data from the Ministry of Housing and Urban-Rural Development shows that nearly 65% of the renovation projects for prefabricated panel houses across the country adopt the preservation and renovation approach, while about 35% adopt demolition and reconstruction. This proportion will remain stable in 2025. After renovation, houses have significantly improved in three dimensions: safety performance, comfort, and value growth:

• Safety Performance: Structural reinforcement, fire-resistant material updates, and electrical circuit renovation reduce the risks of collapse and fires;
• Comfort: Exterior wall insulation, window replacement, and elevator installation improve the living experience;
• Value Growth: After renovation, the market value of houses increases, and residents' assets appreciate.

III. Inspection and Supervision: Dynamic Assessment and Closed-Loop Management

The county housing and urban-rural development bureau conducts dynamic supervision of prefabricated panel houses through quarterly inspections, following the principle of "accurate investigation, scientific assessment, and closed-loop disposal":

• Inspection Content: Focus on inspecting key parts such as the connection of prefabricated panels, cracks in floor slabs and walls, and foundation settlement;
• Technical Means: Use instruments for detection and expert assessments to establish electronic files for each house;
• Resident Participation: Popularize housing safety knowledge among residents, enhance their awareness of prevention, and form a "government-expert-resident" linkage mechanism.
  In the next step, grid management will be strengthened, the rectification and cancellation of hidden dangers will be accelerated, and emergency plans will be improved to ensure the safe and orderly progress of renovation work.