Launch a design competition for raised homes. This exercise relates to one of the New York City Building Resiliency Task Force's proposals, which is to introduce a competition for raised homes in the...

Launch a design competition for raised homes. This exercise relates to one of the New York City Building Resiliency Task Force's proposals, which is to introduce a competition for raised homes in the New York area. Background: “New York City has 71,000 buildings located in the new 100-year flood zone. New buildings in these areas will have to build above the flood line, and other homeowners may decide to voluntarily raise their homes. This will impact the city's architecture, streetscapes, and accessibility.” Consider this proposal: “design a streetscape of attractive raised homes that fit the character and aesthetic of existing neighborhoods, making them accessible to people with disabilities. The competition should address both detached and attached homes.” Refer to the Urban Green, Report to Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg and Speaker Christine C. Quinn, Building Resiliency Task Force, 33 Proposals for Resilience,