Reconstruction policy framework

What is it about?

The paper proposes an improvement of the performance based policy framework introduced in FEMA 308 by providing it with a set of performance thresholds that can be established based on a clear quantitative approach and presents a set of tools for its practical implementation with reference to Reinforced Concrete (RC) frame buildings. In addition to the Repair (R) and Repair and Retrofit (RR) options, also the Demolish (D) one is introduced, because it corresponds to a not infrequent decision in case of severely damaged buildings in European-Mediterranean regions. Criteria to establish decision thresholds IP and PL are proposed that allow to clearly connect them to reconstruction costs and probability of failure of the building in the intact and damaged state. Finally, a case study demonstrates the application of the hypothesized policy framework for a Municipality in southern Italy

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