Concrete Building Safety Program
(Non-Ductile Concrete Buildings)
Trying to figure out if your building will be impacted? Contact MBC for cost effective screening and support navigating the new ordinance.
Murphy Burr Curry Structural Engineers offers specialized evaluation services for non-ductile concrete buildings, assisting property owners throughout San Francisco in preparing for and complying with the city’s Concrete Building Safety Program. As a firm with extensive experience in seismic engineering and a deep understanding of local building codes, we are uniquely qualified to navigate the complexities of this mandatory ordinance.
Our approach begins with an efficient but thorough screening of your property to determine if it falls within the scope of the program’s requirements and to complete the mandatory Building Inventory Assessment form, in accordance with Chapter 5G of the San Francisco Building Code.
For buildings identified as potentially non-compliant, we can conduct a comprehensive structural evaluation. This in-depth assessment involves forensic analysis of the building’s structural system, a thorough review of existing construction documents, and the application of advanced analytical modeling to identify specific vulnerabilities. Our engineers leverage their expertise to pinpoint critical deficiencies in walls, columns, beams, and connections that do not meet the required minimum standard.
Beyond simple compliance, our goal is to provide property owners with a clear, actionable, and cost effective roadmap. With this in mind, our detailed evaluation reports not only satisfy the program’s reporting requirements but also provide clients with a reliable basis for any future retrofit design.
We understand the desire to keep costs low while maintaining high safety standards, and work closely with our clients to demystify the process, offering a clear understanding of their building’s seismic performance and the most effective strategies for ensuring its long-term safety and resilience.
Trust Murphy Burr Curry Structural Engineers to deliver a professional, accurate, and strategic evaluation that secures your property’s future.