Sumter County weighs 'presumption' to speed permits while FEMA map updates lag
Staff told commissioners FEMA technical reviews for letters-of-map revisions have extended from months to years, trapping homeowners and delaying permits. The county proposed a limited 'presumption' allowing development permits to proceed for planned, engineered subdivisions while preserving elevation‑certificate safeguards; commissioners asked staff to draft language and coordinate with cities.
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Sumter County officials told the Board of County Commissioners on Feb. 17 that delays in FEMA technical reviews are creating a logjam for homeowners and developers seeking permits that depend on elevation certificates.
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