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Continuous Load Path Provided with Connections from the Roof through the Wall to the Foundation

Guide describing how to provide a strong continuous load path from the roof through the wall to the foundation to ensure a structurally sound building and increase racking resistance in hurricanes, high winds, tornados, and earthquakes.

Design and Retrofit for Flood Protection

Information guide describing constructed flood protection measures to minimize damage and increase structural resilience during a flood.

Flooding Overview

Overview guide describing residential floodproofing steps.

Wall Bracing for Hurricane, High Wind, and Seismic Resistance

Guide describing how to construct the walls of a home with bracing to resist wind and earthquake loads.