Building Science Resource Library

The Building Science Resource Library contains all of FEMA’s hazard-specific guidance that focuses on creating hazard-resistant communities.

You can search for a document by its title, or filter the collection to browse by:

  • Topic: High winds, flood, earthquake, etc.
  • Document Type: Brochure, report, fact sheet, infographic, etc.
  • Audience: Building professionals & engineers, individuals & homeowners, teachers & kids, etc.
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Improving Performance of Buildings in Very High-Seismic Regions Volume 1 – Methods, Findings, and Recommendations (FEMA P-2343)

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Improving Performance of Buildings in Very High-Seismic Regions Volume 2 – Supporting Resources (FEMA P-2343)

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Building Code Winter Activity Sheet

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2024 Building Code Adoption Tracking: FEMA Region 7

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2024 Building Code Adoption Tracking: FEMA Region 5

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2024 Building Code Adoption Tracking: FEMA Region 3

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2024 Building Code Adoption Tracking: FEMA Region 10

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2024 Building Code Adoption Tracking: FEMA Region 8

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2024 Building Code Adoption Tracking: FEMA Region 6

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2024 Building Code Adoption Tracking: FEMA Region 4