Coastal Building Successes and Failures
Summary of Coastal Construction Requirements and Recommendations
Using a Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM)
Lowest Floor Elevation
V-Zone Design and Construction Certification
How Siting and Design Decisions Affect the Owner's Costs
Selecting a Lot and Siting the Building
Coastal Building Materials
Moisture Barrier Systems
Load Paths
Foundations in Coastal Areas
Pile Installation
Wood-Pile-to-Beam Connections
Reinforced Masonry Pier Construction
Foundation Walls
Masonry Details
Use of Connectors and Brackets
Roof Sheathing Installation
Roof Underlayment for Shingle Roofs
Asphalt Shingle Roofing for High-Wind Regions
Tile Roofing for High-Wind Areas
Window and Door Installation
Housewrap
Roof-to-Wall and Deck-to-Wall Flashing
Siding Installation and Connectors
Shutter Alternatives
Enclosure and Breakaway Walls
Decks, Pools, and Accessory Structures
Protecting Utilities
Repairs, Remodeling, Additions, and Retrofitting
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