On January 21, 2026, Cuddy & Feder Partner Kristen Motel will present “Designing in Floodplains in New York” as part of Current Issues in New York Residential Design and Construction, a live webinar hosted by HalfMoon Education for Registered AIA Architects and Professional Engineers.
The session will focus on the evolving challenges of land development in flood-prone areas and will address practical considerations for resilience, compliance, and project feasibility. Topics include anticipated regulatory changes, the use of FEMA Technical Bulletins as a design resource, and architectural impacts, such as the elimination of basements, taller home profiles, and construction methods suited for floodplain development.
The program examines emerging issues in New York residential design and construction, with a broader focus on accessibility, resilience, cost efficiency, and energy performance. Through case studies and real-world examples, the course highlights how professionals can respond to evolving building codes, floodplain requirements, and market conditions while maintaining design integrity and occupant safety.
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