The notable disasters of recent years have emphasized the need for something more than response-driven risk management. To reduce or eliminate long-term risk, jurisdictions must develop a proactive approach to coping with catastrophe.

Hazard Mitigation Planning is a collaborative process that defines policies, tools and activities which can be implemented to reduce a disaster’s impact on human life and property. A well-developed Hazard Mitigation Plan provides a framework for streamlining the disaster recovery process and prioritizing mitigation interventions. It makes communities less vulnerable to the effects of an event and ensures more secure, sustainable future.

BDR supports clients in all phases of Hazard Mitigation Planning, including:

• Organizing and coordinating vital resources
• Performing vulnerability assessments
• Developing a mitigation plan
• Implementing the plan and monitoring its progress

Our project team expands the hazard identification and risk assessment to address threats rarely included in the planning process, such as pandemic disease or acts of terrorism. BDR’s comprehensive approach to Hazard Mitigation Planning enables clients to effectively prepare for a wide range of unexpected occurrences.

Grant Application Support

States and communities must have a FEMA-approved Hazard Mitigation Plan to be eligible for Hazard Mitigation Grant Program funding in the event of a federal disaster declaration. This requirement also applies to Pre-Disaster Mitigation program funding and Public Assistance funds. BDR offers comprehensive Grant Application Support for clients to expedite the funding process.

Questions about our Hazard Mitigation Planning services? Contact BDR today at 1.866.540.2325 to learn more about how we can assist you.