Is your apartment building up to today’s seismic safety and design standards? If it was built before the mid-1970s, it may be time for an upgrade—both structurally and functionally.
Many building owners are combining seismic retrofitting with interior renovations, taking advantage of the opportunity to modernize living spaces while strengthening their properties […]
As an apartment owner, protecting your property and residents from the devastating effects of a major earthquake is a top priority. A well-executed seismic retrofit not only enhances safety but also safeguards your investment and future income. However, the success of your retrofit project depends largely on selecting the right […]
On January 17, 1994, at precisely 4:31 a.m., Southern California experienced one of its most devastating natural disasters: the Northridge Earthquake. With a magnitude of 6.7, the earthquake lasted only 10-20 seconds but left an indelible mark on the region. As we mark the 31st anniversary of this tragic event, […]
The recent December 2024 magnitude 7 earthquake off California’s coast served as a stark reminder of the Golden State’s seismic vulnerability. While no catastrophic damage or loss of life occurred, such an event underlines the importance of being prepared for future earthquakes—particularly the much-dreaded “Big One.”
Seismologists agree that while individual […]
The Great ShakeOut, which takes place annually on October 17, reminds millions across California of the importance of earthquake safety. While the drill teaches the lifesaving “Drop, Cover, and Hold On” technique, there is a broader aspect of earthquake preparedness that is crucial in regions like Orange County: seismic retrofitting. […]
Most older apartment buildings fall short of today’s standards for earthquake safety and fail to offer the types of interior spaces tenants want.
If your apartment building was constructed before the mid-1970s, it could benefit from an upgrade of both its structural safety and functional design.
Many building owners in these circumstances […]
Chances are you felt at least one of the many earthquakes that rattled Southern California last month.
The initial 6.4-magnitude quake near the desert community of Ridgecrest was just a precursor to a larger 7.1-magnitude giant, with many other quakes to follow in the days succeeding these temblors.
It can be a […]
There has been a steady influx of startup companies sprouting up to capitalize on Southern California’s growing seismic retrofit industry. This has led to concern that some of these new companies may not have the professional expertise required of such a specialized industry.
It can be confusing when you’ve got several […]
Plans to convert a community hospital into a multi-service health care campus were stalled as officials reviewed a state law requiring governments to give priority to affordable housing developers when selling or leasing surplus land.
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While a growing number of local governments in California have moved forward with seismic retrofit ordinances in the last decade, most cities still don’t have these important public safety laws in place.
And since earthquakes can strike virtually anywhere at any time in California, communities which have not addressed seismic issues […]
