抄録
The aim of this study was to compare the characteristics of reconstruction of condominium buildings and the associated support measures for the Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake of 1995 in Japan and the 921 Chi-Chi Earthquake of 1999 in Taiwan. We found that the system and structure of support after both earthquakes were similar: the basic measures included subsidies, interest subsidies, deregulation for rebuilding, and participation of semi-public organizations. After the 921 Chi-Chi earthquake, the objectives were both rebuilding and repair, and these were supported by an extensive and multiple system involving both government and a semi-public fund, whereas after the Hanshin-Awaji earthquake, the principal objective was rebuilding, and this was expedited by rapid modifications to existing systems. Despite the presence of powerful supporting mechanisms, progress in rebuilding following the 921 Chi-Chi earthquake was slower than that following the Hanshin-Awaji earthquake because of the relocation of owners and delays in the establishment of support measures. In the case of the Hanshin-Awaji earthquake, the immediate arrangement of supporting measures and the time limit on demolition of damaged buildings at public expense expedited rebuilding not only of heavily damaged buildings, but also those with medium damage.
