Note: This version of section effective until 7-1-2027. See also following repeal of this chapter, effective 7-1-2027.
- (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 department of homeland security; 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.
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.
As added by P.L.204-1993, SEC.1. Amended by P.L.1-2006, SEC.361.