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Board hears first reading of floodplain zoning recode; staff recommend higher elevation standard and broader flood coverage
Summary
On Nov. 12 the Washington County Board of Supervisors received a first read of a model floodplain/zoning ordinance (DCR/FEMA guidance) recommending raising finished‑floor elevation to two feet above flood elevation and expanding regulatory coverage toward the 500‑year flood standard; no action was taken.
Washington County staff and FEMA representatives presented a first reading on Nov. 12 of proposed changes to the county’s flood hazard zoning provisions, urging the board to consider adopting a model recode that would increase finished‑floor elevation requirements and broaden the area subject to regulation.
Zoning staff and planning officials cited Department of Conservation and Recreation model language and FEMA guidance used in the draft ordinance. Staff said…
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