When reconstructing a building, its dimensions are often increased in width and height. As a result, in conditions of dense development, regulatory requirements for daylighting of residential premises in adjacent buildings are violated. This circumstance has a detrimental effect on human health. In addition, the cost of electricity for electrical lighting is increasing. When carrying out reconstruction, it is important that changes in the dimensions of the reconstructed building do not lead to a decrease in the standard level of daylighting. An analysis of existing domestic and foreign regulatory documents, as well as methods for ensuring the standardized level of daylighting during the reconstruction of buildings, was conducted. A promising method of using reflective structures and materials during reconstruction in densely populated areas was selected for further research.
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