Recommended Future Issues and Research Needs

This report compiles recommended future issues and research needs identified during the development of the 2020 NEHRP Recommended Seismic Provisions for New Buildings and Other Structures. It addresses gaps and priorities for advancing earthquake-resistant design, including seismic design criteria, requirements for building and nonbuilding structures, material-specific detailing, soil-structure interaction, and site classification. The document is intended for professionals involved in seismic safety, code development, and structural engineering, and serves as a reference for future updates to seismic provisions and related research.