Community Rebuilding Resources
Information and Guidance on Building Safer
Please note: Internet links are provided where available. Where a FEMA publication number is shown, documents may be ordered from the publications warehouse:
Coastal Construction Information
- HomeBuilder's Guide to Coastal Construction Fact Sheets
(FEMA Publication 499)
A series of 31 fact sheets that provide detailed technical guidance on how to build safer in coastal areas. Topics include: Moisture Barrier Systems, Asphalt Shingle Roofing for High Wind Areas; Foundation Walls, Lowest Floor Elevation.
- Coastal Construction Manual
(FEMA Publication 55 CD)
Provides detailed, technical guidance on how to build in coastal areas. Paper copies are available by request.
Floodproofing Measures
Reports
- Mitigation Assessment Team (MAT) Report -- Hurricane Charley
(FEMA Publication 488)
Observations, conclusions, and recommendations of the MAT in response to Hurricane Charley.
- Mitigation Assessment Team (MAT) Report -- Hurricane Ivan
(FEMA Publication 489)
Evaluation of building performance during Hurricane Ivan and the adequacy of current building codes, other construction requirements, and building practices and materials.
- Summary Report on Building Performance 2004 Hurricane Season
(FEMA Publication 490)
This report summarizes the observations, conclusions, and recommendations that resulted from post-disaster assessments sponsored by the FEMA Mitigation Directorate in response to Florida 's 2004 hurricane season, during which the state was struck by Hurricanes Charley, Frances, Jeanne, and Ivan.
Shelter Construction Information
Technical Information
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Technical Bulletins Find several technical bulletins that provide guidance concerning the building performance standards of the NFIP.
Last Modified: Friday, 19-Oct-2007 14:30:45 EDT