§ 14-6.2. Elevation standards.  


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  • In all areas of special flood hazards (Zone AE and VE) and areas of local flood hazard (Zone X, X Protected by Levee, and 0.2% Annual Chance), the following higher regulatory provisions for permits are required for all new construction and substantial damage/improvement (as further denied below) to ensure sites are reasonably safe from flooding. In all instances of higher regulatory standards written below the term lowest floor includes basement, mechanical and utility equipment, and ductwork. A registered professional engineer, architect, or land surveyor shall submit a certification to the department of inspection and code enforcement that the standard of this chapter is satisfied.

(Ord. No. 25457 , § 1, 11-15-17)