Rosowsky, D V (2011) Recovery: Rebuilding a resilient housing stock. International Journal of Disaster Resilience in the Built Environment, 2(2), pp. 139-147. ISSN 1759-5916
Abstract
Purpose: This paper aims to address a critical aspect of post-event recovery, namely the rebuilding of the housing stock following a devastating natural disaster. Using hurricanes as an example, challenges and opportunities are systematically discussed in hopes of sparking some further discussion and new economic models (including incentive-based) that can help move communities toward greater resiliency and sustainability. Design/methodology/approach: As a viewpoint paper, this paper relies on the author's experience in post-hurricane damage investigation, structural retrofit, and design to minimize loss. Findings: In evaluating how best to rebuild following a natural disaster, there are clear opportunities (and needs) in the areas of structural damage/loss mitigation, codes and standards, building material and system selection, and risk communication. Specific suggestions are made in each of these areas and the importance of risk-based decision is stressed in each area. Originality/value: This paper contributes to the ongoing and informed discussions on resiliency, sustainable design, and disaster-resistant communities.
| Item Type: | Article |
|---|---|
| Uncontrolled Keywords: | housing; hurricanes; post-disaster rebuilding; recovery; resiliency; sustainability |
| Index terms: | recovery, economic model, investigation, building material, sustainable design, natural disaster, rebuilding, housing stock, resilient housing, mitigation, methodology, housing |
| Subjects: | data collection methods, construction type, operations management, building materials, modelling and simulation, research methods, health safety and environment, financial risk, design process, building construction, industry analysis, environmental hazards |
| Topics: | Health and Safety, Cost Management, Business Strategy, Engineering Principles, Research Practice, Project Management, Sustainability, Construction Technology, Design Practice |
| Descriptive scope: | 4 PCTA |
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