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Seismic Retrofit Incentive Programs: A Handbook for Local Governments

Resource Record Cover Image Thumbnail - fema254cover.jpg This handbook assists local government officials in developing seismic retrofit incentive programs. The handbook summarizes several case studies that describe the steps that seven California cities have taken to promote and implement retrofitting in their communities. Included are sections on using zoning as an incentive to retrofit; local government finance options; a description of the Unreinforced Masonry Buildings (URM) law and of recent legislation; and liability implications and considerations in the event of an earthquake.


Document Details:
Media Type: Print Publication (Hardcopy)
Availability: Distribution Warehouse
Language: English
Date Published: 08/1994
Number of Pages: 246
FEMA Publication Number: FEMA 254

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Language: English
Date Published: 08/1994
Number of Pages: 246
FEMA Publication Number: FEMA 254
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Chapter / Section Title: Case Study: City of Long Beach-Case Study: City of Palo Alto
Chapter / Section Number: Part 2
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Chapter / Section Title: Case Study: City of Sonoma-Case Study: City of West Hollyw
Chapter / Section Number: Part 3
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Chapter / Section Title: Program Highlights-Index
Chapter / Section Number: Part 4
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Chapter / Section Title: Cover-Case Study: City of Fullerton
Chapter / Section Number: Part 1
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