The classical field dealing with earthquakes is called "earthquake
engineering" and considered to be a branch of structural engineering. In
projects dealing with strategies for earthquake risk mitigation, urban
planning approaches are often neglected. Today interventions are needed
on a city, rather than a building, scale. This work deals with the
impact of earthquakes, including also a broader view on multihazards in
urban areas. Uniquely among other works in the field, particular
importance is given to urban planning issues, in conservation of
heritage and emergency management. Multicriteria decision making and
broad participation of those affected by disasters are included.