613 Resilient Construction – Above Green

Intent

Design and construction practices developed by a licensed design professional or equivalent are implemented that enhance the resilience and durability of the structure (above building code minimum design loads) so the structure can better withstand forces generated by; flooding, snow, wind or seismic activity (as applicable) and reduce the potential for the loss of life and property.

Minimum structural requirements (base design). The building is designed and constructed in compliance with structural requirements in the IBC or IRC as applicable. (2 points)
Enhanced resilience – 10% above base design. Design and construction practices are implemented that enhance the resilience and durability of the structure by designing and building to forces generated by; flooding, snow, wind or seismic (as applicable) that are 10% higher than the base design. (3 points)
Enhanced resilience – 20% above base design. (5 points)
Enhanced resilience – 30% above base design. (10 points)
Enhanced resilience – 40% above base design. (12 points)
Enhanced resilience – 50% above base design. (15 points)

Required Documentation

Signed statement and plans by a licensed design professional (such as an architect or an engineer) or equivalent that the design and construction practices implemented in the building enhance the resilience and durability of the structure by designing and building to forces generated by; flooding, snow, wind or seismic (as applicable) to the desired level above the base design.