Coastal Processes FAQ - What is the coastal construction demo-house?

The coastal construction demo-house was built through a partnership involving the Delaware Sea Grant College Program, the City of Lewes, the town of Bethany Beach, the Federal Emergency Management Agency, and a host of local businesses. Building officials Bill Massey in Lewes and John Eckrich in Bethany Beach provided key technical assistance on the project, working closely with Wendy Carey, coastal processes specialist for the UD Sea Grant Marine Advisory Service. The demo-house has already proved itself as a useful education and awareness tool at public events and workshops for contractors in Lewes, Rehoboth Beach, Dewey Beach, and Bethany Beach. Since the house is built on a trailer, it can be transported easily to other coastal communities in Delaware and neighboring states.

This project is an outstanding example of partners working together to build disaster-resistant communities. Partners who contributed technical assistance and materials to the project include Quality Roofing Supply Co., East Coast Hurricane Shutters, Lowe's Home Improvement Warehouse, Stanley/Bostich Co., Simpson Strong-Tie Co., Roll-A-Way Storm Shutters, Rogers Sign Co., Inc., Lewes Board of Public Works, and Edward Brothers Construction.