The City of Atlantic Beach is concerned about Hurricane Idalia’s potential impact in the community. Construction sites can be at-risk for collapse during high winds, and flying debris also is dangerous. If you haven’t already done so, prepare your construction site for high winds and rain. We ask that contractors/builders adhere to the following:
- Prepare Before Severe Weather Strikes
- Keep hard copies of contact lists, plans and other important documents in a safe place.
- Have the right gear on hand to secure equipment and cover incomplete structures before a storm comes your way.
- Monitor the Weather Closely
- Secure Structures and Equipment
- Use rope, sandbags, ground anchors and other items to weigh down materials that could easily fly away.
- Cover materials with plastic sheeting, netting or garbage bags to prevent water damage.
- Stack loose materials together and secure them with rope or duct tape to keep them from dispersing.
- Complete work on partially completed structures to minimize damage, if time allows.
- Remove Materials and Equipment When Possible
- Have your construction container picked up or tightly cover the container with a tarp.
- Remove or tie down portable bathrooms.
- Remove hazardous chemicals to prevent them from being released into the environment.
- Remove materials, tools or equipment that can be damaged by rising water.
- Move heavy equipment and machinery to a garage or other covered structure.
- Tear down and store lightweight fence screens and jobsite signage.
- Move portable electronics, jobsite plans and other important documents from the construction trailer to a safe location offsite.
- Turn off power to the site and make sure fuel is available for power generators.
- Safeguard the Building Structure
- Board up door and window openings.
- Tarp or board up any other large openings.
- Place sandbags around the perimeter of the structure as reinforcement.
If you have any questions, please contact the Building Department via email at building@coab.us or 904-247-5800 ext. 2.
Stay safe!
Amanda L. Askew, AICP
Director of Planning, Community Development & Building
800 Seminole Road
Atlantic Beach, FL 32266