Hazard Mitigation and Disaster Recovery Planning
By Brian O’Leary, AICP

Over the past couple of decades, hazard mitigation planning has become a key part of a planner’s suite of duties. Unfortunately, so has disaster recovery planning.

The state is currently updating its 2018 Hazard Mitigation Plan, while also providing guidance to counties on their preparation of hazard mitigation plans. 

Even with strong hazard mitigation planning, natural and other disasters will still have a significant impact on local communities. Being prepared for these events is critical, and APA provides excellent guidance to local planners on this topic, including the following resources:

• Overview blog article
• Post Disaster Recovery Guide
• Zoning and Disaster Recovery