New Flood Maps Alter Risks and Insurance Rates
Published Date: 3/26/2025
Notice
Summary
Some communities just got updated flood maps that show new flood risks and zones. These changes affect homeowners, businesses, and local officials by changing where flood insurance is needed and how much it might cost. The updates are official now, so folks should check their new flood zones and get ready for any insurance or building rule changes.
Analyzed Economic Effects
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Finalized flood map changes affect insurance
New flood hazard determinations are finalized for listed communities, changing flood zones and where flood insurance is required. If your property is in one of those communities, the change can alter whether you must buy flood insurance and may change how much your premiums cost, so you should check your new flood zone.
Map updates may change building and permit rules
The finalized revisions update Base Flood Elevations, Special Flood Hazard Area boundaries, and regulatory floodways as shown on Letters of Map Revision (LOMRs). Local officials and property owners in the listed communities should prepare for possible changes to building rules, permits, or development limits based on the revised maps.
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