Which type of coverage is designed for businesses that cannot be shut down?

The type of coverage designed for businesses that cannot be shut down is Extra Expense coverage. This type of insurance is specifically intended to cover additional costs that a business incurs when a loss occurs that necessitates continuing operations, despite the circumstances that prevent the business from functioning normally.

For example, if a business faces a covered peril such as a fire and incurs costs to relocate temporarily or to expedite repairs in order to keep providing services, Extra Expense coverage would help cover those increased costs. This policy allows businesses to maintain operations and mitigate losses in revenue during critical situations, thus preserving their customer base and market position.

Business Interruption coverage, on the other hand, typically compensates for lost income due to a temporary shutdown following a covered event, which does not suit businesses that must remain operational. Contingent Business Interruption coverage provides protection for businesses that rely on another entity to maintain their operations, addressing losses incurred from the disruptions faced by that third party. Recipient Properties may cover property held for others rather than being aligned with the operational needs of a business that can't afford to shut down.