Useful Links |
We have compiled a list of some of the more notable links. There are many more publications, sites that provide useful information about earthquake. The Retrofit program is not limited to large multi family buildings, it is also applicable to Single Family Residences.
Seismic Retrofit Mandate set to Move Forward
- http://www.ktvu.com/news/news/local-govt-politics/sf-supes-approve-ordinance-requiring-retrofits-sof/nXBMR/
- Seismic Retrofit Economic impact report.
- Department of Building Inspection frequently asked question about SOFT STORY building mandate.
- Seismic Retrofit Ordinance 54-10 (PASSED on April 2010).
- The city of San Francisco will potentially provide $46M in bond to help landlord seismically retrofit soft story buildings.
- Priority permit processing (AB-004).
- New Staggering statistics for SF earthquake risk.
Seismic Safety in California
- Findings and Recommendations on Seismic Safety Policies and Requirements for Public, Private, and Charter Schools (December 2004).
- California Emergency Management Agency.
- California Statewide Planning and Development, contains mandated hospital seismic safety bulletins.
Risk Analysis When an Earthquake Occurs
- Understanding your financial and potential life loss exposure.
Bay Area City's Seismic Programs
- Different cities offers different incentives to seismically retrofit their buildings.
Live Earthquake Reports
- This link provides the most up to date earthquake activities worldwide as recorded by the USGS.
" ...The best step to be ready for the next earthquake is to live in a building that has been seismically retrofitted to today's standard ..." |
" ... Some would think that the retrofit is an expense, but everyone would agree that it is a savings after the earthquake ... " |