The following IS Code Books comprise a set of technical guidelines, specifications, and safety norms for Hill Area Development Engineering, with a PDF download link.
| SI.N | Code book used (Description) | IS Code number |
|---|---|---|
| 1994 | Guidelines for retaining wall for hill area, Part 1: Selection of the type of wall | IS 14458-1:1998 |
| 1995 | Guidelines for retaining wall for hill area, Part 2: Design of retaining/breast walls | IS 14458-2:1997 |
| 1996 | Guidelines for retaining wall for hill area, Part 3: Construction of dry stone walls | IS 14458-3:1998 |
| 1997 | Guidelines for the preparation of landslide – Hazard zonation maps in mountainous terrains, Part 2: Macro-zonation | IS 14496-2:1998 |
| 1998 | Landslide Control – Guidelines | IS 14680:1999 |
| 1999 | Siting, Design and Selection of Materials for Residential Buildings in Hilly Areas – Guidelines | IS 14804:2000 |
| 2000 | Guidelines for Rainwater Harvesting in Hilly Areas by Roof Water Collection System | IS 14961:2001 |
