Coastal Construction Manual: Prin. & Practices of Planning, Siting, Design., Construct., & Maintaining Residential Bldgs. in Coastal Areas: Vol. 1

This manual will help individuals, communities, states, & others create sustainable, disaster-resistant communities. Describes the best practices in hazard identification, planning, siting, design, & construction that can be used in coastal residential construction. Coastal areas offer significant natural resources & continue to draw an increasing population for recreation, working, & living. These areas can also pose significant natural hazards from winds, flooding, earthquakes, & tsunamis. This manual describes the best practices in residential construction in coastal areas that can be used to help create sustainable & livable coastal communities. Illustrated.