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  2. Flood opening - Wikipedia

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    The FEMA (and, thus, NFIP) requirements for non-engineered openings are similar to requirements from the American Society of Civil Engineers. Unlike the ASCE, FEMA requires the placement of openings such that the bottom of each opening is no more than one foot above the higher of the adjacent ground level, or the interior foundation slab height ...

  3. FEMA unveils building restrictions in flood zones - AOL

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    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) on Wednesday announced finalized rules for the Federal Flood Risk Management Standard (FFRMS). The FFRMS is a flexible federal standard requiring ...

  4. Heavy rains coming your way? Here's how to protect your ... - AOL

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    According to FEMA, flood vents can prevent water pressure from increasing by allowing the floodwater to move through an enclosure. These vents can be installed in your garage doors. They remain ...

  5. Federal Emergency Management Agency - Wikipedia

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    This case gave FEMA the right to sue in order to recover funds paid out in flood insurance claims for flood damage as a result of poor decisions by local officials and developers. The case also gave FEMA the power to sue localities who fail to meet flood plain management requirements. [112]

  6. FEMA presents preliminary changes to area flood designations

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    Jun. 11—A hot sunny 100-degree day probably doesn't evoke thoughts of flooding, but Federal Emergency Management Agency staff gave residents plenty to think about. FEMA officials on Thursday ...

  7. Flood insurance rate map - Wikipedia

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    These FIRMs are used in identifying whether a land or building is in flood zone and, if so, which of the different flood zones are in effect. In 2004, FEMA began a project to update and digitize the flood plain maps at a yearly cost of $200 million. The new maps usually take around 18 months to go from a preliminary release to the final product ...

  8. National Flood Insurance Program - Wikipedia

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    FEMA says this can be used for property that was incorrectly included in a flood zone or if the addition of fill has elevated the property above the flood zone. Information on the property's location, legal description, and use of fill are required for FEMA to determine if the property is located in a flood zone.

  9. Understanding FEMA’s Risk Rating 2.0 system for flood ... - AOL

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    The new Risk Rating 2.0 pricing strategy kept some key elements consistent to ensure a smooth transition and meet legal requirements. The NFIP must adhere to the existing legal caps on annual ...

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