Planning for a stronger, more resilient North Queensland

Part 1 - Rebuilding in storm tide prone areas - Tully Heads and Hull Heads

Summary

This Guideline provides recommendations on what you should consider when rebuilding or repairing your home after Cyclone Yasi incorporating both cyclone safety measures and storm tide events associated with cyclones.

The main objectives of the Guideline are to:

  • Improve the resilience of residential dwellings to the impact of a storm tide event predominantly caused by a tropical cyclone
  • Assist in safeguarding property in a storm tide
  • Improve the broader long term sustainability of dwellings and their local context

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Further Links

Part 2 - Wind resistant housing - Provides advice on how to improve your home's ability to withstand the impact of cyclonic winds. 

CSIRO Flood Damage Advisor - online Flood Damage Advisor which provides advice on repairing flood damaged buildings.

Repair Your House After a Flood - Building Codes Queensland have developed a fact sheet to provide advice on how best to repair your home after a flood, including a list of water resistant building materials.