Costa Rica Seismic Code Flags Pacific South as Highest Construction Threat Zone

Costa Rica's Seismic Code identifies Zone 4, covering the Pacific South including San José's south, Quepos, and the Costanera Sur to Golfito, as the highest seismic threat for construction. This classification implies stricter building standards and potential cost increases for development in these areas. The update is based on updated seismic hazard mapping, though specific code revisions are not detailed.