Class 1 structures within seismic zone 2A; structural resistance to
earthquakes
Sec. 6. (a) This section applies to Class 1 structures that are
partially or entirely located within the geographic area included in
seismic zone 2A.
(b) As used in this section, "seismic zone 2A" refers to the
geographic boundaries that comprise seismic zone 2A as established
in the rules adopted by the commission.
(c) The commission shall adopt building rules under IC 4-22-2
that prohibit or limit occupancy or use of Class 1 structures that do
not comply with the commission's rules governing structural
resistance to earthquakes.
(d) The rules adopted under this section must cover essential
buildings and public utility services:
(1) designated by the state emergency management agency; and
(2) needed for disaster recovery operations.
(e) The rules adopted under this section may not apply to a Class
1 structure if construction of the structure began before July 1, 1993.
As added by P.L.204-1993, SEC.1.
Last modified: May 27, 2006