Get the free Elevation Certificate

This document is used to collect elevation information for buildings to determine flood insurance rates. It includes details about the property, flood zone, and elevation data necessary for insurance

How to fill out elevation certificate

How to fill out Elevation Certificate

1. Obtain a blank Elevation Certificate form from your local floodplain management office or online.
2. Fill out the property information section, including the address and legal description.
3. Provide information about the building, such as the type of construction and number of floors.
4. Have a licensed surveyor or engineer measure the elevation of the building's lowest floor.
5. Record the elevation measurements in the appropriate sections of the form.
6. Include additional information regarding flood zones and flood insurance, if applicable.
7. Review the completed certificate for accuracy and certify the information.
8. Submit the Elevation Certificate to your local floodplain management office or as required by your insurance provider.

Who needs Elevation Certificate?

1. Homeowners in flood-prone areas who are required to carry flood insurance.
2. Builders and developers of new constructions in designated flood zones.
3. Property owners seeking to determine flood risk and insurance needs.
4. Real estate professionals involved in transactions of properties in flood-prone areas.

People Also Ask about

Will an elevation certificate lower my flood insurance?

If property owners provide an EC with more detailed FFH and elevation information, the flood insurance rating engine may return a lower annual premium. FEMA's system compares the original elevation data with the updated information to deliver a more property-specific and equitable rate for the policyholder.

How do I get a free elevation certificate?

How do I get an elevation certificate? Start by contacting your local floodplain manager. They often work for your city's or county's building, permitting, engineering or land use department. Ask them if there is an elevation certificate on file for your property.

What is included in an elevation certificate?

The EC lists a building's location, lowest point of elevation, flood zone, and other characteristics. Under NFIP's pricing approach, an EC is no longer required to purchase coverage.

What is a BFE certificate?

Base flood elevation (BFE) is a value determined by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) that helps identify the flood risk in a certain area. By extension, it also determines the risk a particular structure has of flooding if the water level rises.

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What is Elevation Certificate?

An Elevation Certificate is an official document that provides the heights of a structure in relation to the ground, specifically used for flood insurance purposes and ensuring compliance with local floodplain management regulations.

Who is required to file Elevation Certificate?

Generally, homeowners living in flood-prone areas, particularly those seeking flood insurance through the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), are required to file an Elevation Certificate.

How to fill out Elevation Certificate?

To fill out an Elevation Certificate, an authorized surveyor must visit the property to take measurements of the building's lowest floor elevation and additional specified points, then complete the form using these measurements along with other required information.

What is the purpose of Elevation Certificate?

The purpose of the Elevation Certificate is to determine the risk of flooding for a property, assist in the proper rating of flood insurance policies, and ensure compliance with local regulatory requirements for floodplain management.

What information must be reported on Elevation Certificate?

An Elevation Certificate must report information such as the property address, the elevation of the lowest floor, other flood-related elevations, the building's foundation type, and the details of the surveyor who conducted the elevation measurement.