Repairs, Remodeling, Additions and Retrofitting

Course Description:

The purpose of this course is to outline National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) requirements for repairs, remodeling, and additions, and opportunities for retrofitting in coastal flood hazard areas (some communities may have more restrictive requirements). To provide recommendations for exceeding those minimum requirements.

Learning Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Learn factors that determine if and how existing buildings must comply with NFIP requirements.
• Understand the factors that determine substantial damage and substantial improvement.
• Learn the costs included in substantial damage and substantial improvement determinations.
• Learn types of retrofit opportunities.