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2017 Florida Building Code – Building, Sixth Edition

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Florida building code including all the amendments and additions by Florida for the wind-borne debris regions and the high-velocity hurricane zone.

The components of a framed wall include from inside to out: gypsum, wood studs, OSB or plywood sheathing, and siding.

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Right - This home's windows have protective coverings that are raised to provide shade in good weather and can drop to protect the windows during high wind events.

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Permanent options for keeping sun off windows to minimize solar heat gain include permanent overhangs and awnings, frames, and louvers.

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Removable options for keeping sun off windows to minimize solar heat gain include awning, retractable and swinging shutters, interior or exterior curtains.

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Jalousie windows use shutters rather than glass over the window openings to allow for maximum ventilation. Screens may be installed to keep out insects.

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A thermosiphon solar hot water system heats a fluid in the solar collector; the heated fluid heats potable water in a roof top tank.

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A resilient home with storm shutters, a sump pump that drains to a french drain, rainwater collection, solar thermal and PV, and raised garden beds.

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Retention walls, permeable pavement, french drains, drywells, and ditches all help to divert, collect, and manage the flow of stormwater on a site.

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Berms are compacted earth or gravel ridges that slow the flow of water from rain, riverine flooding, or storm surges in coastal areas.

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Roof tie-down details for truss-to-wall connections from Fortified Home

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Wrong – The roof sheathing was inadequately fastened and gave way causing the gable end wall to fail

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A Practical Guide to Climate-resilient Buildings & Communities

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Guidance document from the UN environment programme on climate-resilient buildings and communities practices, including guidance on heat waves, drought, hurricanes, and flooding.

High Performance Builder Spotlight: Green Coast Enterprises, New Orleans, LA

Case Study

Case study describing 100 homes constructed post Hurricane Katrina and the techniques and materials being employed to achieve energy efficiency

2008 Standard for the Design and Construction of Storm Shelters, ICC NSAA 500

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Guide providing minimum design and construction requirements for storm shelters that provide a safe refuge from storms that produce high winds, hurricanes, and tornadoes.

A resilient multifamily building in Puerto Rico constructed of concrete on a raised slab foundation with a hip roof design for wind resistance and deep overhangs and permanent awnings to keep sun and rain off windows.

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Wrong – The metal shingles and battens were inadequately secured

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Wrong – This house under construction is lacking wall to truss bracing and the bottom chord of the scissor trusses is several feet above the top of the end wall top plate

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Protect Your Home in a FLASH with Huber ZIP System Roof Sheathing and Tape

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Video showing how to protect your home via Huber ZIP System Roof Sealing and Tape from moisture problems arising from high wind or hurricane damage per FLASH Strong Homes guidelines.

Wrong – This roof has no sheathing, when the metal panels blew off there was no secondary protection

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Right – The ridge flashing is secured with two rows of fasteners on each side of the ridge line

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Construction of Low-Rise Buildings in Cyclone Prone Areas and Modification of Cyclone

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Article describing construction best practices to help reduce the wind-induced pressure loads on a low-rise building during a hurricane.

Taking Shelter from the Storm - Building a Safe Room for Your Home or Small Business, FEMA L-233

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A guide for homeowners on determining the risks from tornadoes and hurricanes and selecting a safe room type and location, as well as providing detailed plans for safe room construction.

Wrong – The ridge flashing fasteners were placed too far apart and did not adequately hold the flashing in place

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Wrong – The clips holding these metal roofing panels were set too far from the roof eave (above red line) and the panels lifted in strong winds

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2017 Florida Building Code – Building, Sixth Edition

The components of a framed wall include from inside to out: gypsum, wood studs, OSB or plywood sheathing, and siding.

Right - This home's windows have protective coverings that are raised to provide shade in good weather and can drop to protect the windows during high wind events.

Permanent options for keeping sun off windows to minimize solar heat gain include permanent overhangs and awnings, frames, and louvers.

Removable options for keeping sun off windows to minimize solar heat gain include awning, retractable and swinging shutters, interior or exterior curtains.

Jalousie windows use shutters rather than glass over the window openings to allow for maximum ventilation. Screens may be installed to keep out insects.

A thermosiphon solar hot water system heats a fluid in the solar collector; the heated fluid heats potable water in a roof top tank.

A resilient home with storm shutters, a sump pump that drains to a french drain, rainwater collection, solar thermal and PV, and raised garden beds.

Retention walls, permeable pavement, french drains, drywells, and ditches all help to divert, collect, and manage the flow of stormwater on a site.

Berms are compacted earth or gravel ridges that slow the flow of water from rain, riverine flooding, or storm surges in coastal areas.

Roof tie-down details for truss-to-wall connections from Fortified Home

Wrong – The roof sheathing was inadequately fastened and gave way causing the gable end wall to fail

A Practical Guide to Climate-resilient Buildings & Communities

High Performance Builder Spotlight: Green Coast Enterprises, New Orleans, LA

2008 Standard for the Design and Construction of Storm Shelters, ICC NSAA 500

A resilient multifamily building in Puerto Rico constructed of concrete on a raised slab foundation with a hip roof design for wind resistance and deep overhangs and permanent awnings to keep sun and rain off windows.

Wrong – The metal shingles and battens were inadequately secured

Wrong – This house under construction is lacking wall to truss bracing and the bottom chord of the scissor trusses is several feet above the top of the end wall top plate

Protect Your Home in a FLASH with Huber ZIP System Roof Sheathing and Tape

Wrong – This roof has no sheathing, when the metal panels blew off there was no secondary protection

Right – The ridge flashing is secured with two rows of fasteners on each side of the ridge line

Construction of Low-Rise Buildings in Cyclone Prone Areas and Modification of Cyclone

Taking Shelter from the Storm - Building a Safe Room for Your Home or Small Business, FEMA L-233

Wrong – The ridge flashing fasteners were placed too far apart and did not adequately hold the flashing in place

Wrong – The clips holding these metal roofing panels were set too far from the roof eave (above red line) and the panels lifted in strong winds

The Effects of Windborne Debris on Saferoom Wall Panels and Fenestration Systems

Recommended Residential Construction for Coastal Areas: Building on Strong and Safe Foundations, FEMA P-550

Opening Protection Systems - Doors, Windows, Garages

Inside FORTIFIED: Sealing Roof Seams with Two Layers of Felt

The Weather Channel - Protecting Openings