By JS Contributor Don Brown
As hurricanes become stronger and more frequent, building resilience into the homes and businesses along our coastlines has become a critical priority. This post explores the concept of “Code Plus,” a set of enhanced building standards specifically designed to help buildings withstand the ravages of hurricane winds, rain, and storm surge more effectively than traditional codes. Using Florida as a prime example, the “Code Plus” approach showcases how proactive building standards can make coastal living safer and, in the long term, more affordable by helping to reduce skyrocketing insurance premiums.
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