2010-11-192010-11-192000Accession # 10951http://hdl.handle.net/1969.3/27506220 pagesThis report is dedicated to decisionmakers - both policymakers and planners - who are interested in learning about the categories of costs and risks associated with weather-related coastal hazards. This audience includes legislators who establish broad policy and programs and local government officials who develop and implement specific mitigation strategies and policies, such as land-use planning, building codes, and evacuation plans. Another key audience is private-sector decision makers, including lenders, investors, developers, and insurers of coastal property. In addition, social and natural scientists may be interested in the research needs outlined in this report.en-UScoastal hazardseconomicsurban planningland usecoastal zone managementBook