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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2017-04-04 FEMA Flood Damage Prevention Regulations 11 @@gg4�II LLLLLL m 9 WW of port Townsen Contact: Judy Surber 379-5084 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CITY TO UPDATE FLOOD DAMAGE PREVENTION REGULATIONS The City of Port Townsend is in the process of updating its flood damage prevention regulations codified in Chapter 16.08 of the Port Townsend Municipal Code (PTMC). These regulations address development within areas mapped as "Special Flood Hazard Areas" (S A) on maps prepared by the Federal Emergency Management Agency ( MA). Amendments are intended to improve consistency with FEMA guidance and reduce redundancy. Amendments include: • Additions/modifications to definitions, permit submittal requirements, floodplain administrator& duties, and specific standards; • Clarification of activities subject to or exempt from a flood development permit and/or habitat assessment. • More permissive regulations for historic and small structures In return for Federally supported flood insurance, local governments must agree to regulate development in their floodplains in accordance with the National Flood Insurance Program's criteria. Recent court rulings at the federal level have prompted the update. For more background, watch the yed'_ sa.for the March 9, 2017 Planning Commission Meeting. Schedule: (for details Vu_g'k h..ef.e.for the City's fleeting calendar) April 13, 2017 Planning Commission Hearing: May 5, 2017 (tentative) Council Hearing May 2017 Adoption Contact: Judy Surber, Senior Planner/Planning Manager Development Services Department (DSD) 250 Madison Street, Suite 3 Port Townsend, WA 98368 360-379-5084 jsurber cityofpt.us