SS0.1: Protect Floodplains

(Southeastern Plains, Piedmont, and Ridge/Valley/Mountains/Plateau: Requirement

Coastal Plain (lower): 5 Points)

Purpose

Reduce the potential for flood damage to property and preserve natural hydrology.

Criteria

If the project is located on a Previously Developed Site or obtains Infill Location points within this program, AND the site contains land within the 100-year floodplain, follow National Flood Insurance Program requirements for construction in those areas.

For all other sites, create no new development of any impervious surfaces within the 100-year floodplain as defined by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) or state and local flood maps, whichever is more recent.

Verification 

• Most recent FEMA, state or local flood map. Clearly indicate location of property lines.