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Planning board backs update to Lowell floodplain overlay to match state and FEMA maps
Summary
The board unanimously recommended sending a state‑model amendment to the City Council to update the floodplain overlay district so residents remain eligible for flood insurance tied to updated FEMA maps.
The Lowell Planning Board voted unanimously Thursday to recommend a zoning amendment that updates the city's floodplain overlay district to align with state guidance and revised FEMA maps.
Staff told the board the amendment adopts model language from the state to keep local regulations consistent with updated flood maps so that property owners in mapped areas can continue to obtain…
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