Introduction to Mitigation Planning

The following steps outline a process for developing the community hazard mitigation plan, consistent with the FEMA hazard mitigation planning guide “Local Mitigation Planning Handbook.”

  • Step 1: Establish mitigation goals.
  • Step 2: Identify and prioritize mitigation actions.
  • Step 3: Prepare the implementation strategy.
  • Step 4: Document the planning process.

Click on this link to access the Local Mitigation Planning Handbook: (https://www.fema.gov/sites/default/files/2020-06/fema-local-mitigation-plan-review-guide_09_30_2011.pdf)

 

Cover of Local Mitigation Planning Handbook, March 2013