AIA Houston CE Program
Overview of National Flood Insurance Program Building Requirements in Coastal Zones
Presented by John S. Grounds, III, Ph.D., P.E., CFM, D.WRE of Grounds Anderson
Wednesday, August 26, 2009 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Architecture Center Houston: ArCH
315 Capitol, Suite 120
Houston, Texas 77002
713-520-0155
A description of general requirements for structure elevation, break away walls, elevation certificates, and other materials and construction techniques required for new or substantially damaged structures in coastal areas. An overview of updates to FEMA coastal studies and a description of special coastal zones will be provided.
