Section 92 in Assam Notified Urban Areas (Other than Guwahati) Building Rules, 2014
92. Seismic Strengthening and Retrofitting.
- Prior to seismic strengthening/ retrofitting of any existing structure, evaluation of the existing structure as regards structural vulnerability in the specified wind/ seismic hazard zone shall be carried out by a RSE/RSDA. If as per the evaluation of the RSE/RSDA the seismic resistance is assessed to be less than the specified minimum seismic resistance as given in the note below, action shall be initiated to carry out the upgrading of the seismic resistance of the building as per applicable standard guidelines.Note: (a) for masonry buildings reference is to be made to IS:4326 and IS:13935; and(b)for concrete buildings and structures reference to be made to BIS code on evaluation and seismic strengthening for retrofitting of RCC buildings under preparation at present.
