§ 12-38. Letters of map revision.  


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  • When development in the floodplain will cause or causes a change in the base flood elevation, the applicant, including state agencies, must notify FEMA by applying for a conditional letter of map revision and then a letter of map revision. Example cases:

    (1)

    Any development that causes a rise in the base flood elevations within the floodway.

    (2)

    Any development occurring in A and AE Zones without a designated floodway, which will cause a rise of more than one foot in the base flood elevation.

    (3)

    Alteration or relocation of a stream (including but not limited to installing culverts and bridges) 44 CFR §§ 65.3, 65.6(a)(12).