Sec. 6. (a) This section applies to Class 1 structures that are partially or entirely located within the geographic area included in seismic zone 2A.

     (b) As used in this section, “seismic zone 2A” refers to the geographic boundaries that comprise seismic zone 2A as established in the rules adopted by the commission.

     (c) The commission shall adopt building rules under IC 4-22-2 that prohibit or limit occupancy or use of Class 1 structures that do not comply with the commission’s rules governing structural resistance to earthquakes.

     (d) The rules adopted under this section must cover essential buildings and public utility services:

(1) designated by the department of homeland security; and

(2) needed for disaster recovery operations.

     (e) The rules adopted under this section may not apply to a Class 1 structure if construction of the structure began before July 1, 1993.

As added by P.L.204-1993, SEC.1. Amended by P.L.1-2006, SEC.361.