Get the free Elevation Certificate

This document is used to collect elevation data for buildings in flood-prone areas to support flood insurance applications and compliance with floodplain management regulations.

How to fill out elevation certificate

How to fill out Elevation Certificate

1. Obtain an Elevation Certificate form from your local floodplain manager or download it from the FEMA website.
2. Fill in the property information including the address, legal description, and owner's name.
3. Provide the contact information for the surveyor, engineer, or architect completing the certificate.
4. Indicate the building's elevation references such as the Lowest Floor (LF) and Highest Adjacent Grade (HAG).
5. Include the flood zone designation from the Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM).
6. Ensure that the form is signed by the professional who completed the survey.
7. Submit the completed Elevation Certificate to your local building department or floodplain manager for review.

Who needs Elevation Certificate?

1. Property owners in flood-prone areas who need flood insurance.
2. Local government agencies for floodplain management.
3. Lenders required to assess flood risk for mortgage applications.
4. Real estate agents for properties situated in flood zones.

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 a document used to confirm the elevation of a property in relation to the flood plain, which is essential for determining flood insurance rates and compliance with local floodplain management regulations.

Who is required to file Elevation Certificate?

An Elevation Certificate is typically required by property owners in flood-prone areas who are seeking flood insurance, as well as by lending institutions for mortgage purposes in such areas.

How to fill out Elevation Certificate?

To fill out an Elevation Certificate, a licensed surveyor must measure the property's elevation in relation to the Base Flood Elevation (BFE) and complete the required sections of the certificate, including the property's details, flood zone information, and elevation measurements.

What is the purpose of Elevation Certificate?

The purpose of an Elevation Certificate is to provide accurate data about a property's elevation which helps determine flood insurance premiums, ensures compliance with local regulations, and assists in risk assessment related to flooding.

What information must be reported on Elevation Certificate?

An Elevation Certificate must report information including the property's location, flood zone designation, Base Flood Elevation (BFE), and the elevation of the lowest floor, along with any other relevant details outlined by FEMA and local authorities.