Jackson County updates floodplain ordinance to match WDNR model and FEMA mapping requirements
The Board adopted Chapter 20 floodplain zoning updates (Resolution No. 38-10-2025) to align local standards with WDNR model language, Chapter NR 116, and Wis. Stat. § 87.30; the update includes references to FIRMs and procedures for LOMR/LOMC; voice vote passed 19 Aye.
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Jackson County supervisors on Oct. 20 adopted Resolution No. 38-10-2025 to update Chapter 20 of the county Floodplain Zoning Ordinance. The amendments update statutory authorization, specify official mapping sources (FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Maps and multiple dam-failure and hydraulic studies), and clarify standards and permit procedures for development within floodway and floodfringe districts.
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