Steps Required to Obtain a USRC Verified or Transaction Rating.
The building owner determines the type of USRC Rating desired: Transaction or Verified. Click below to learn about each rating type.
The building owner selects and contracts with a USRC Certified Rating Professional (CRP) to complete a seismic evaluation of the building.
CRP Performs Seismic Evaluation
The CRP performs a seismic evaluation of the subject building using one of the USRC approved methodologies. The evaluation is an engineering product produced by the CRP, independently of the USRC.
The CRP translates the findings of the evaluation into the three USRC dimensions using the USRC approved translation methodologies.
CRP applies for a USRC Rating
The CRP applies for a USRC Rating on the USRC web portal, along with required documentation, the application fee and the request for either a Transaction or a Verified Rating.
USRC Performs Technical Review
The USRC reviews the application and will either issue a Transaction Rating certificate or organize a technical review for a Verified Rating.
Technical reviews are performed by USRC Certified Rating Reviewers; licensed design professionals with at least ten years of experience in the evaluation of buildings subject to earthquakes and other natural hazards.
The specific details of the USRC review process are described in the USRC Implementation Manual.
USRC Issues Rating
Upon approval of the rating application the USRC will issue a certificate recognizing the award of either a Transaction or Verified Rating. Verified Ratings that meet minimum performance thresholds will be awarded a Certified, Silver, Gold or Platinum Rating.
Start the Rating Process Now
If you are interested in engaging a USRC certified rater to obtain a USRC Rating, or if you are a Certified Rating Professional and want to apply for a building rating, go to the USRC portal (www.usrc-portal.org). If you want to learn more about the benefits of a Building Rating, please fill out the Contact Form below, and someone from the USRC will follow up shortly.