How do I know if my property is in the floodplain?
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has prepared maps at a scale of 1-inch to 800 feet (1” = 800’) delineating the floodplain boundaries. The City maintains versions of these maps at a scale of 1-inch to 200 feet (1” = 200’). Using these maps, the City’s Community Development staff can assist in determining whether if property is within the designated floodplain. This information can also be found in the 'Interactive Map' section of this website. Turn on the 'Parcels' and 'Floodplain' layers, click 'Update Map', and search for property.

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1. What is a floodplain?
2. How do I know if my property is in the floodplain?
3. Why is it necessary to know whether I am in the floodplain?
4. If I live in the floodplain, am I required to buy flood insurance?
5. I’ve heard that flood insurance is expensive. Can the City help reduce the cost?
6. Which floodplain regulations affect my property?
7. What do I need to obtain a building permit in the floodplain?
8. What is required to build a new home in the floodplain?
9. What are the penalties for violating floodplain regulations?
10. Where can I get more information about floodplains?