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A resource provides information on measures that can improve the resilience of households during a disaster or adverse weather event.
Construction of Buildings in Flood Hazard areas
The ABCB Handbook for the Construction of Buildings in Flood Hazard Areas.
It provides information on building methods and materials to reduce flood damage.
The Handbook also provides:
- guidance on the repair of buildings after a flood event
- background information on the standard requirements
- performance of different materials under flood conditions
- sources for further information
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Owner
Australian Building Codes Board
Audience
Industry
Insurance Mentioned
Could my insurer consider this action beneficial?
No
Potential Savings in Risk Premium
Could this action have a tangible impact on my risk premium?
NA
Evidence of Effectiveness
Modeling indicates it should reduce damage
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