Section 05
Disaster Mitigation
Appendix F-1, page 86
The Disaster Mitigation section provides information about disaster mitigation features that exist on the property. This section provides space for additional commentary and exhibits.
If the property does not have any disaster mitigation features (Mitigation Feature is None), the Disaster Mitigation section does not display.
Disaster Mitigation Feature
| Report Field ID | Report Label | When to Include | Allowable Answers / Format | Definition / Additional Guidance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.000 | Mitigation Feature | Always required | Choose one or more allowable answers from table (Mitigation Feature) | A feature added to, or a modification made to, the property that is designed to prevent or reduce the impacts and risks of hazards caused by natural disasters. |
Disaster Mitigation: Mitigation Feature (Choose all that apply)
| Allowable Answer | Definition / Additional Guidance |
|---|---|
| None | If there are no disaster mitigation features, select None and the Disaster Mitigation section does not display. |
| Enclosed Soffits | A soffit designed to prevent embers from making contact with the interior joints, rafters, or trusses. |
| Fire Resistant Decking | Decking made of materials that are designed to avoid igniting and potentially fueling a fire. |
| Fire Resistant Exterior Walls | Exterior wall cladding made of materials that are designed to avoid igniting and potentially fueling a fire. |
| Flood Vents | An opening in an enclosed structure intended to allow the free passage of water between the interior and exterior. |
| Fortified Roof | A roof designed or modified to give increased strength and protection from severe weather. |
| Framing Anchoring or Bracing | A structural system designed to resist wind and earthquake forces in which frames are secured and are designed to not sway laterally. |
| Impact Resistant Glass | Windows or glass designed to withstand high winds and impact from objects, making them far less likely to shatter, even from direct blows. |
| Impact Resistant Shingles | Note: This answer is specific to roof shingles. |
| Noncombustible Perimeter | Entire outer edge of the property boundary has been designed to mitigate or stop fire from spreading. |
| Storm Shelter | A structure designed to protect the occupants from severe weather. |
| Storm Shutters | Permanently attached material used to protect windows or doors that can be stored when not in use (e.g., hurricane shutters). |
| Water Heater Strapping | System designed to secure the water heater in place in the event of an earthquake. |
| Other (Describe) | Select Other to enter an answer that is not in the above list. |
Disaster Mitigation Commentary#
Disaster Mitigation Commentary
| Report Field ID | Report Label | When to Include | Allowable Answers / Format | Definition / Additional Guidance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.001 | Disaster Mitigation Commentary | Required if the Disaster Mitigation section displays | Free-form | Commentary could include information pertinent to the Disaster Mitigation section that is not captured in the discrete data, or additional details to support the discrete data that is provided. |
Disaster Mitigation Exhibits#
All photos or images related to the Disaster Mitigation section are displayed in the Disaster Mitigation Exhibits subsection. If there are no photos or images, this subsection does not display.
Disaster Mitigation Exhibits
| Report Field ID | Report Label | When to Include | Allowable Answers / Format | Definition / Additional Guidance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| See iGuide | Disaster Mitigation Exhibits | If applicable | Photos or images | Photos or images relevant to the Disaster Mitigation section may be provided, which display in Disaster Mitigation Exhibits. A caption may be provided to further describe the photo or image. |