<div class="chunk-title">Sec. 34-58. - Floodplain development application, permit and certification requirements.</div>
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               (a)
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               <span class="ital">Application requirements.</span> Application for a floodplain development permit shall be made to the floodplain administrator
               prior to any development activities located within special flood hazard areas. The
               following items shall be presented to the floodplain administrator to apply for a
               floodplain development permit:
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               (1)
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               A plot plan drawn to scale which shall include, but shall not be limited to, the following
               specific details of the proposed floodplain development:
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               a.
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               The nature, location, dimensions, and elevations of the area of development/disturbance;
               existing and proposed structures, utility systems, grading/pavement areas, fill materials,
               storage areas, drainage facilities, and other development;
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               b.
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               The boundary of the special flood hazard area as delineated on the FIRM or other flood
               map as determined in <a href="" data-chunk-id="COOR_CH34FLDAPR_ARTIINGE_S34-3BAESSPFLHAAR" class="section-link" data-product-id="12479">section 34-3</a>, or a statement that the entire lot is within the special flood hazard area;
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               c.
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               Flood zone(s) designation of the proposed development area as determined on the FIRM
               or other flood map as determined in <a href="" data-chunk-id="COOR_CH34FLDAPR_ARTIINGE_S34-3BAESSPFLHAAR" class="section-link" data-product-id="12479">section 34-3</a>;
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               d.
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               The boundary of the floodway(s) or nonencroachment area(s) as determined in <a href="" data-chunk-id="COOR_CH34FLDAPR_ARTIINGE_S34-3BAESSPFLHAAR" class="section-link" data-product-id="12479">section 34-3</a>;
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               e.
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               The base flood elevation (BFE) where provided as set forth in <a href="" data-chunk-id="COOR_CH34FLDAPR_ARTIINGE_S34-3BAESSPFLHAAR" class="section-link" data-product-id="12479">sections 34-3</a>; <a href="" data-chunk-id="COOR_CH34FLDAPR_ARTIIIAD_S34-57DUREFLAD" class="section-link" data-product-id="12479">34-57</a>; or <a href="" data-chunk-id="COOR_CH34FLDAPR_ARTIVPRFLHARE_S34-84STFLWIESBAFLEL" class="section-link" data-product-id="12479">34-84</a>;
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               f.
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               The old and new location of any watercourse that will be altered or relocated as a
               result of proposed development;
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               h.
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               The certification of the plot plan by a registered land surveyor or professional engineer.
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               (2)
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               Proposed elevation, and method thereof, of all development within a special flood
               hazard area including but not limited to:
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               a.
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               Elevation in relation to mean sea level of the proposed reference level (including
               basement) of all structures;
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               b.
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               Elevation in relation to mean sea level to which any nonresidential structure in zone
               AE, A or AO will be floodproofed; and
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               c.
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               Elevation in relation to mean sea level to which any proposed utility systems will
               be elevated or floodproofed;
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               (3)
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               If floodproofing, a floodproofing certificate (FEMA Form 81-65) with supporting data
               and an operational plan that includes, but is not limited to, installation, exercise,
               and maintenance of floodproofing measures.
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               (4)
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               A foundation plan, drawn to scale, which shall include details of the proposed foundation
               system to ensure all provisions of this chapter are met. These details include but
               are not limited to:
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               a.
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               The proposed method of elevation, if applicable (i.e., fill, solid foundation perimeter
               wall, solid backfilled foundation, open foundation on columns/posts/piers/piles/shear
               walls);
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               b.
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               Openings to facilitate automatic equalization of hydrostatic flood forces on walls
               in accordance with <a href="" data-chunk-id="COOR_CH34FLDAPR_ARTIVPRFLHARE_S34-82SPST" class="section-link" data-product-id="12479">section 34-82</a>(4)c. when solid foundation perimeter walls are used in zones A, AO, AE, and A1-30;
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               (5)
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               Usage details of any enclosed areas below the lowest floor.
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               (6)
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               Plans and/or details for the protection of public utilities and facilities such as
               sewer, gas, electrical, and water systems to be located and constructed to minimize
               flood damage;
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               (7)
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               Copies of all other local, state and federal permits required prior to floodplain
               development permit issuance (wetlands, endangered species, erosion and sedimentation
               control, riparian buffers, mining, etc.)
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               (8)
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               Documentation for placement of recreational vehicles and/or temporary structures,
               when applicable, to ensure that the provisions of <a href="" data-chunk-id="COOR_CH34FLDAPR_ARTIVPRFLHARE_S34-82SPST" class="section-link" data-product-id="12479">section 34-82</a>, subsections (6) and (7) of this chapter are met.
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               a.
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               A description of proposed watercourse alteration or relocation, when applicable, including
               an engineering report on the effects of the proposed project on the flood-carrying
               capacity of the watercourse and the effects to properties located both upstream and
               downstream; and a map (if not shown on plot plan) showing the location of the proposed
               watercourse alteration or relocation.
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               (b)
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               <span class="ital">Permit requirements.</span> The floodplain development permit shall include, but not be limited to:
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               (1)
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               A description of the development to be permitted under the floodplain development
               permit.
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               (2)
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               The special flood hazard area determination for the proposed development in accordance
               with available data specified in <a href="" data-chunk-id="COOR_CH34FLDAPR_ARTIINGE_S34-3BAESSPFLHAAR" class="section-link" data-product-id="12479">section 34-3</a>.
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               (3)
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               The regulatory flood protection elevation required for the reference level and all
               attendant utilities.
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               (4)
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               The regulatory flood protection elevation required for the protection of all public
               utilities.
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               (5)
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               All certification submittal requirements with timelines.
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               (6)
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               A statement that no fill material or other development shall encroach into the floodway
               or nonencroachment area of any watercourse, as applicable.
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               (7)
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               The flood openings requirements, if in zones A, AO, AE or A1-30.
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               (c)
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               <span class="ital">Certification requirements.</span>
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               (1)
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               <span class="ital">Elevation certificates.</span>
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               a.
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               An elevation certificate (FEMA Form 81-31) is required prior to the actual start of
               any new construction. It shall be the duty of the permit holder to submit to the floodplain
               administrator a certification of the elevation of the reference level, in relation
               to mean sea level. The floodplain administrator shall review the certificate data
               submitted. Deficiencies detected by such review shall be corrected by the permit holder
               prior to the beginning of construction. Failure to submit the certification or failure
               to make required corrections shall be cause to deny a floodplain development permit.
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               b.
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               A final as-built elevation certificate (FEMA Form 81-31) is required after construction
               is completed and prior to certificate of compliance/occupancy issuance. It shall be
               the duty of the permit holder to submit to the floodplain administrator a certification
               of final as-built construction of the elevation of the reference level and all attendant
               utilities. The floodplain administrator shall review the certificate data submitted.
               Deficiencies detected by such review shall be corrected by the permit holder immediately
               and prior to certificate of compliance/occupancy issuance. In some instances, another
               certification may be required to certify corrected as-built construction. Failure
               to submit the certification or failure to make required corrections shall be cause
               to withhold the issuance of a certificate of compliance/occupancy.
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               (2)
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               <span class="ital">Floodproofing certificate.</span> If nonresidential floodproofing is used to meet the regulatory flood protection elevation
               requirements, a floodproofing certificate (FEMA Form 81-65), with supporting data,
               an operational plan, and an inspection and maintenance plan are required prior to
               the actual start of any new construction. It shall be the duty of the permit holder
               to submit to the floodplain administrator a certification of the floodproofed design
               elevation of the reference level and all attendant utilities, in relation to mean
               sea level. Floodproofing certification shall be prepared by or under the direct supervision
               of a professional engineer or architect and certified by same. The floodplain administrator
               shall review the certificate data, the operational plan, and the inspection and maintenance
               plan. Deficiencies detected by such review shall be corrected by the applicant prior
               to permit approval. Failure to submit the certification or failure to make required
               corrections shall be cause to deny a floodplain development permit. Failure to construct
               in accordance with the certified design shall be cause to withhold the issuance of
               a certificate of compliance/occupancy.
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               (3)
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               If a manufactured home is placed within zone A, AO, AE, or A1-30 and the elevation
               of the chassis is more than 36 inches in height above grade, an engineered foundation
               certification is required in accordance with the provisions of <a href="" data-chunk-id="COOR_CH34FLDAPR_ARTIVPRFLHARE_S34-82SPST" class="section-link" data-product-id="12479">section 34-82</a>(3)b.
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               (4)
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               If a watercourse is to be altered or relocated, a description of the extent of watercourse
               alteration or relocation; a professional engineer's certified report on the effects
               of the proposed project on the flood-carrying capacity of the watercourse and the
               effects to properties located both upstream and downstream; and a map showing the
               location of the proposed watercourse alteration or relocation shall all be submitted
               by the permit applicant prior to issuance of a floodplain development permit.
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               (5)
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               <span class="ital">Certification exemptions.</span> The following structures, if located within zone A, AO, AE or A1-30, are exempt from
               the elevation/floodproofing certification requirements specified in items (a) and
               (b) of this subsection:
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               a.
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               Recreational vehicles meeting requirements of <a href="" data-chunk-id="COOR_CH34FLDAPR_ARTIVPRFLHARE_S34-82SPST" class="section-link" data-product-id="12479">section 34-82</a>(6)a.;
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               b.
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               Temporary structures meeting requirements of <a href="" data-chunk-id="COOR_CH34FLDAPR_ARTIVPRFLHARE_S34-82SPST" class="section-link" data-product-id="12479">section 34-82</a>(7); and
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               c.
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               Accessory structures less than 150 square feet meeting requirements of <a href="" data-chunk-id="COOR_CH34FLDAPR_ARTIVPRFLHARE_S34-82SPST" class="section-link" data-product-id="12479">section 34-82</a>(8).
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               (Ord. of 7-5-88, art. 4, Â§ B; Ord. of 6-4-07, eff. 7-3-07, art. 4, Â§ B)
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            <p class="refeditor0" block_type="hang"><b>Editor's noteâ€” </b>
               Article 4, Â§ B of an ordinance adopted June 4, 2007, effective July 3, 2007 renamed
               Â§ 34-58 from "Development permit and certification requirements" to "Floodplain development
               application, permit and certification requirements".
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