Committee opts to reference FEMA mapping and state ordinary-high-water mark language

Dec 11, 2025

Members agreed floodplain language should point to FEMA maps as adopted by county ordinance and to use 'ordinary high water mark' consistent with state statute and DNR mapping conventions.

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The committee discussed floodplain language and whether to reference federal and state mapping products directly in the ordinance. Members agreed to reference FEMA flood maps as adopted by county ordinance and to rely on state definitions for waterline terms rather than listing agency names that may change.

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