This page is a collection of recommended construction practice illustrations drawn by FEMA. While it is not feasible for the New Urban Guild to verify the accuracy of their designs and drawings, and we therefore assume no liability for them, FEMA is, on the other hand, the national standard-setter for hurricane-resistant construction.

FEMA produced this series of 31 Fact Sheets to provide technical guidance and recommendations concerning the construction of coastal residential buildings. The Fact Sheets present information aimed at improving the performance of buildings subject to flood and wind forces in coastal environments. Photographs and drawings illustrate National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) regulatory requirements, the proper siting of coastal buildings, and recommended design and construction practices for building components, including structural connections, the building envelope, and utilities. Many of the fact sheets also include lists of FEMA and other resources that provide more information about the topics discussed.

The pages that we have reproduced here are only a partial selection of the full Home Builder's Guide to Coastal Construction Technical Fact Sheet Series representing those sheets (pages from 8 Fact Sheets out of a total of 31 Fact Sheets) that apply to the greatest number of buildings. But visit their website to determine which other sheets you may need for your building. The entire Series includes the following documents: All Fact Sheets can be downloaded at the following address: http://www.fema.gov/fima/mat/fema499.shtm