Tag #Resilient Design

What are the long-term implications of Brisbane's flood vulnerability for urban development, community planning, and climate change adaptation?

Brisbane's flood resilience strategy needs to balance urban development with community needs and environmental considerations. Restricting development in high-amenity areas while simultaneously approving developments in flood-prone zones, as seen in Yarrabilba, is unsustainable. Long-term solutions demand strategic retreat from high-risk zones, coupled with rigorous building codes and flood-resilient design to ensure insurability and minimize future economic and social disruption.