Originally posted by GunsForBucks:

I think it is as intended. I don't mind having a safe base if you put the work into it. Be kind of a pain to be constantly repairing and rebuilding things. Especially for those people who like the building aspect of the game.

https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2424562622
I've never had to repair any building due to a raid event...Raids are directed at me and not my buildings. Therefore, I don't hide inside or behind my buildings. I go out and kill the raiders and wrap up the event nice and quick ;)