Definition

Homes should be able to shelter occupants safely during severe storms or other disasters and keep them comfortable during the aftermath. 

Miami fade county hurricane code - tie down hurricane straps 

Build w materials that - if they get wet are still usable. 

Safe room /tornado room in basement or garage to provide shelter in the most intense winds. 

Surviving in extended power outages

Building science corp r-5 windows, r-10 under slabs, r-20 foundation walls, r-40 walls, r-60 attic

Air tight blower door tested 

To 1.5 AC/H

Proper orientation of homes

Passive house planning package 

South facing windows could have "solar screens" installed in summer months? Need to have a fully "shut it off" system that still allows the outside feeling in. 

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