The problem of expediency of application of information modeling technology for creation of information models of construction objects at different stages of a life cycle is considered. A review of models of different levels: two-dimensional flat drawings – 2D, three-dimensional 3D models – 3D, models that include time indicators – 4D, models supplemented by financial indicators – 5D, models that contain information about a wide range of resources and others indicators – ND. The need to use the BIM platform to create a digital duplicate of the construction site based on the information model was noted. Today, BIM-technologies are most often used at the design stage and partly at the construction stage. However, the greatest efficiency from the digital duplicate of the construction site can be obtained during the operation phase. The transition to BIM-models is effective only if you work with them at all stages of the life cycle of the construction site. In this regard, it is proposed to introduce the concept of "information model of the life cycle of the construction object." The analysis of the reasons which cause problems of mass introduction of such approach in construction practice is carried out. Contradictory interests of the participants in the construction process, the lack of common goals do not allow to form and use a single information model. To overcome this contradiction, a generalized comprehensive information model of the living environment is proposed, which can be presented as an element of a higher level system. It can be considered as a tool for urban planning and zoning for regional and sectoral development schemes.