This project seeks to encourage the implementation of higher (more stringent) building codes than those currently in place, which would result in development more resilient to future hazards.
This project would promote the implementation of higher building codes for rebuilt residential and commercial buildings. The initial incentive would be the increased resilience from the current codes to the higher ones. This project will showcase that, for each hazard type, higher codes increase resilience and reduce hazard vulnerability. Additional incentives would be developed by appropriate partners. This project is distinct from the “mitigation fund for homeowners.”