<div class="chunk-title">Sec. 38-33. - 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_CH38FLDAPR_ARTIINGE_S38-7BAESSPFLHAAR" class="section-link" data-product-id="13953">section 38-7</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_CH38FLDAPR_ARTIINGE_S38-7BAESSPFLHAAR" class="section-link" data-product-id="13953">section 38-7</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_CH38FLDAPR_ARTIINGE_S38-7BAESSPFLHAAR" class="section-link" data-product-id="13953">section 38-7</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_CH38FLDAPR_ARTIINGE_S38-7BAESSPFLHAAR" class="section-link" data-product-id="13953">section 38-7</a>; <a href="" data-chunk-id="COOR_CH38FLDAPR_ARTIIAD_S38-34DUREFLAD" class="section-link" data-product-id="13953">section 38-34</a>; or <a href="" data-chunk-id="COOR_CH38FLDAPR_ARTIIIFLHARE_S38-64STFLWIESBAFLEL" class="section-link" data-product-id="13953">section 38-64</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; and
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               g.
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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 NAVD 1988 of the proposed reference level (including basement)
               of all structures;
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               b.
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               Elevation in relation to NAVD 1988 to which any non-residential structure in zones
               A, AE, AH, AO, A99 will be floodproofed; and
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               c.
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               Elevation in relation to NAVD 1988 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 086-0-34) with supporting
               data, an operational plan, and an inspection and maintenance plan that include, but
               are 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); and
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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_CH38FLDAPR_ARTIIIFLHARE_S38-62SPST" class="section-link" data-product-id="13953">section 38-62</a>(4)d. when solid foundation perimeter walls are used in zones A, AE, AH, AO, A99.
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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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               Certification that all other local, state and federal permits required prior to floodplain
               development permit issuance have been received.
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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_CH38FLDAPR_ARTIIIFLHARE_S38-62SPST" class="section-link" data-product-id="13953">section 38-62</a>(6), (7) of this chapter are met.
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               (9)
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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 complete description of all the development to be permitted under the floodplain
               development permit (e.g. house, garage, pool, septic, bulkhead, cabana, pier, bridge,
               mining, dredging, filling, grading, paving, excavation or drilling operations, or
               storage of equipment or materials, etc.).
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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_CH38FLDAPR_ARTIINGE_S38-7BAESSPFLHAAR" class="section-link" data-product-id="13953">section 38-7</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 unless the requirements of <a href="" data-chunk-id="COOR_CH38FLDAPR_ARTIIIFLHARE_S38-66FLNOAR" class="section-link" data-product-id="13953">section 38-66</a> have been met.
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               (7)
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               The flood openings requirements, if in zones A, AE, AH, AO, A99.
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               (8)
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               Limitations of below BFE enclosure uses, if applicable (i.e., parking, building access
               and limited storage only).
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               (9)
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               All materials below BFE/RFPE must be flood-resistant materials.
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               (c)
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               <span class="ital">Certification requirements.</span>
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               (1)
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               Elevation certificates.
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               a.
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               An elevation certificate (FEMA Form 086-0-33) 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 NAVD 1988. 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 finished construction elevation certificate (FEMA Form 086-0-33) 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. The finished
               construction elevation certificate certifier shall provide at least two photographs
               showing the front and rear of the building taken within 90 days from the date of certification.
               The photographs must be taken with views confirming the building description and diagram
               number provided in section A. To the extent possible, these photographs should show
               the entire building including foundation. If the building has split-level or multi-level
               areas, provide at least two additional photographs showing side views of the building.
               In addition, when applicable, provide a photograph of the foundation showing a representative
               example of the flood openings or vents. All photographs must be in color and measure
               at least three inches by three inches.
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               (2)
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               Floodproofing certificate.
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               a.
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               If nonresidential floodproofing is used to meet the regulatory flood protection elevation
               requirements, a floodproofing certificate (FEMA Form 086-0-34), 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 NAVD
               1988. 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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               b.
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               A final finished construction floodproofing certificate (FEMA Form 086-0-34), with
               supporting data, an operational plan, and an inspection and maintenance plan are required
               prior to the issuance of a certificate of compliance/occupancy. 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 NAVD 1988. Floodproofing certificate 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 certificate of occupancy. 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 deny a certificate of compliance/occupancy.
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               (3)
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               If a manufactured home is placed within zones A, AE, AH, AO, A99 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_CH38FLDAPR_ARTIIIFLHARE_S38-62SPST" class="section-link" data-product-id="13953">section 38-62</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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               Certification exemptions. The following structures, if located within zones A, AE,
               AH, AO, A99, 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_CH38FLDAPR_ARTIIIFLHARE_S38-62SPST" class="section-link" data-product-id="13953">section 38-62</a>(3)a.;
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               b.
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               Temporary structures meeting requirements of <a href="" data-chunk-id="COOR_CH38FLDAPR_ARTIIIFLHARE_S38-62SPST" class="section-link" data-product-id="13953">section 38-62</a>(7); and
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               c.
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               Accessory structures that are 150 square feet or less or $3,000.00 dollars or less
               and meeting requirements of <a href="" data-chunk-id="COOR_CH38FLDAPR_ARTIIIFLHARE_S38-62SPST" class="section-link" data-product-id="13953">section 38-62</a>(8).
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               (d)
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               <span class="ital">Determinations for existing buildings and structures.</span> For applications for building permits to improve buildings and structures, including
               alterations, movement, enlargement, replacement, repair, change of occupancy, additions,
               rehabilitations, renovations, substantial improvements, repairs of substantial damage,
               and any other improvement of or work on such buildings and structures, the floodplain
               administrator, in coordination with the building official, shall:
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               (1)
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               Estimate the market value, or require the applicant to obtain an appraisal of the
               market value prepared by a qualified independent appraiser, of the building or structure
               before the start of construction of the proposed work; in the case of repair, the
               market value of the building or structure shall be the market value before the damage
               occurred and before any repairs are made;
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               (2)
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               Compare the cost to perform the improvement, the cost to repair a damaged building
               to its pre-damaged condition, or the combined costs of improvements and repairs, if
               applicable, to the market value of the building or structure;
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               (3)
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               Determine and document whether the proposed work constitutes substantial improvement
               or repair of substantial damage; and
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               (4)
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               Notify the applicant if it is determined that the work constitutes substantial improvement
               or repair of substantial damage and that compliance with the flood-resistant construction
               requirements of the NC Building Code and this chapter is required.
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               (Ord. of 5-15-2018, art. 4, Â§ B)
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