This document provides the modified Norma Técnica E.030 Diseño Sismorresistente (Seismic Resistant Design Standard) of Peru's Reglamento Nacional de Edificaciones (National Building Regulations).
The modification was approved through Resolution Ministerial No. 355-2018-VIVIENDA to update the standard according to current technological innovation and ensure building design and construction includes optimal seismic behavior to avoid loss of life, ensure basic services continuity, and minimize property damage.
The modified standard contains 9 chapters covering seismic hazard, building category and structural system, structural analysis, stiffness and ductility requirements, non-structural elements, foundations, existing structure evaluation/repair/retro