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FEMA’s Building Science Branch is proud to announce the release of the updated Building Codes Toolkit. The updated Building Codes Toolkit is intended to provide building owners and occupants with knowledge that will allow them to better understand the importance of building codes, as well as how to go about incorporating building codes into their own building or structure.
The toolkit includes new materials as well as updates to many sections from the 2014 edition. They are:
- Building Codes 101
- History of Building Codes
- Checklist to Acquire a Building Permit
- Checklist to Ask Your General Contractor
- Role of the Insurance Industry
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Resources
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The toolkit can be read as one publication or can be read as separate documents to give readers information specific to their needs. Step-by-step guidance and background information about building codes are provided to help readers make informed decisions.
Readers will learn the importance of building codes and how to use them in building designs. It includes checklists and a notes section so users can track their learning progress.
This toolkit is meant to encourage more people to adopt and support building codes and standards. Areas that adopt building codes become safer and stronger against natural hazards, resulting in less damage, lower costs and fewer deaths and injuries caused by the disaster. The FEMA Building Codes Toolkit can help building owners and occupants become one step closer to living in an area that is safer and stronger against natural hazards.
For additional information on building codes, visit the FEMA Building Science Branch website.
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