Facility Restoration

Who reviews and validates the estimates in the 50% Rule calculations?

The estimates in the 50% Rulecalculations are reviewed and validated by a team of qualified professionalswith specific expertise. According to the document, the following individualsare responsible for reviewing and validating the estimates used in the 50% Rulecalculations:

  1. FEMA's Professionally Licensed Engineers and     Architects: ​some text
       
    • These individuals play a key role in developing      or reviewing and validating the estimates used in the 50% Rule      calculations.
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  3. Qualified Cost Estimators:some text
       
    • Cost estimators with the necessary qualifications      are involved in the review and validation process to ensure accuracy and      compliance with guidelines.
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  5. Construction Managers:some text
       
    • Construction managers contribute their expertise      to assess the estimates and ensure they align with construction standards      and requirements.
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  7. Staff with Other Technical Expertise:some text
       
    • Additional staff members with relevant technical      expertise are included in the review process as necessary to provide      comprehensive validation of the estimates.

By involving a team of professionalswith diverse backgrounds and expertise, FEMA aims to ensure the accuracy,reliability, and compliance of the estimates used in the 50% Rule calculations.​This multi-disciplinary approach helps in making informed decisions regardingrepair or replacement funding for damaged facilities.

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