Hazard resiliency is the capacity of a community, business, or natural environment to prevent, withstand, respond to, and recover from natural weather-related disruptions. This is done by preventing future hazard impacts, and adapting to impacts that are already present. This includes flooding, more frequent and intense storms, extreme heat, saltwater intrusion, changes to agriculture, and more. Resilience efforts save lives, reduce poverty, protect those most at risk, and deliver strong economic returns.​

The Division of Built Environment Risk Reduction (BERR)'s Mission is to empower County departments and community stakeholders to make informed, risk-reducing decisions that foster environmental stewardship through technical expertise and strategic guidance that promotes cost-effective weather hardening, resource conservation, and waste reduction in the built environment.

BERR's Vision is for the County's informed decision-making to minimize impacts of extreme weather and maximize the efficient use of natural resources.

As weather hazards affect human and natural environments, it becomes increasingly important for Palm Beach County to adapt and develop sustainably, thereby reducing resident, business, and natural resource susceptibility. Palm Beach County is at the forefront of local government planning for natural hazard prepardness and the long-term protection of communities and infrastructure.