Hurricane Preparedness in Alabama (2026)
5 rules on the books across Alabama, 5 cities and counties. Select a rule to read the full details.
Severity: Few Restrictions · Light Restrictions · Some Restrictions · Significant Restrictions · Heavy Restrictions
Hurricane Shutters
Requirements for hurricane shutters or impact-resistant windows, including approved types, installation standards, and pre-storm deployment rules.
Roof Standards
Wind-resistant roofing requirements including strap attachments, material ratings, and inspection requirements for hurricane-prone areas.
Flood Elevation
Minimum elevation requirements for structures in flood zones, including freeboard standards above base flood elevation and elevation certificate requirements.
Birmingham
Some RestrictionsIn Birmingham's mapped special flood hazard areas, the Zoning Ordinance requires new or substantially improved…
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Some RestrictionsIn the City of Decatur, Alabama, City Code § 25-32(d)4 requires the lowest floor in flood areas without base flood…
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Some RestrictionsJefferson County requires subdivision plats submitted for flood-prone land in the unincorporated county to be filled at…
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