Floodplain Design, Construction, and Impacts on Flood Insurance
This course provides insight into the importance of proper foundation flood vents and
dry floodproofing techniques for buildings located in a flood zone. It will identify FEMA Technical
Bulletins 1, 2, and 3, the National Flood Insurance Program, ASCE 24, ICC, and Building Code
regulations and standards as they relate to sustaining foundations and overall business continuity in
flood hazard areas. The course will also analyze the role of building compliance in securing
lowering flood insurance rates and what mitigation solutions are available for both residential and
non residential structures.