Seismic Regulations for Argentina

Overview

This page describes the seismic regulations that have been introduced in Argentina since 1970, along with the seismic zonation maps associated with each code, and our estimated fraction of the building stock designed according to the different code levels. If you find incorrect or missing information on this page, please provide your feedback using the form linked at the bottom.

Current Seismic Design Regulation

The current seismic design regulation in Argentina is INPRES-CIRSOC 103-2018. The most recent updates, reported by the National Institute for Seismic Prevention (INPRES), date back to 2018. These updates include Part I for general constructions, which complements Part II for reinforced concrete constructions, Part III for masonry constructions, and Part IV for steel constructions. Additionally, modifications to Part V, which covers welding of seismic-resistant steel structures, and the Addendum to INPRES-CIRSOC 103, Part I (version 2013), issued on April 18, 2018, should also be considered. The standard is available in Spanish and is free of charge.

Evolution of design regulations and seismic donations

Description of each regulation, including a link to access the document if available:

• CONCAR 70-1970: Normas Antisísmicas -CONCAR 70- de 1970

• INPRES-CIRSOC 103-1983: Normas Argentinas para Construcciones Sísmorresistentes INPRES-CRISOC de 1983

• INPRES-CIRSOC 103-1991: Normas Argentinas para Construcciones Sísmorresistentes INPRES-CRISOC de 1991

• INPRES-CIRSOC 103-2018: Normas Argentinas para Construcciones Sísmorresistentes INPRES-CRISOC de 2018

Estimated fractions by code level for the country

Estimated fractions by code level per region