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FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY NATIONAL FLOOD INSURANCE PROGRAM O.M.B. No. 3067-0077 Expires December 31, 2005, ELEVATION CERTIFICATE Important: Read the instructions on pages 1 7. SECTION —

How to fill out elevation certificate

How to fill out elevation certificate:

1. Start by gathering all the necessary information for the certificate, including the property address, owner's name, and contact information.
2. Identify the type of structure for which the elevation certificate is being prepared, such as a single-family home, commercial building, or condominium.
3. Determine the flood zone in which the property is located. This can typically be obtained from local floodplain management authorities or through FEMA's flood map service.
4. Measure and record the elevation of the lowest floor (excluding any unfinished basements or crawlspaces) in relation to the National Geodetic Vertical Datum (NGVD) or the North American Vertical Datum (NAVD).
5. Document the elevation of the lowest adjacent grade (LAG), which refers to the ground level immediately next to the property. This can be measured using surveying equipment or obtained from official flood elevation data.
6. Calculate the difference between the lowest floor elevation and the LAG. This is known as the building's elevation difference or the building's flood elevation.
7. Verify if the property has any flood openings, such as vents or garages, that are compliant with local flood regulations.
8. Complete the remaining sections of the elevation certificate, including information about the surveyor or engineer preparing the certificate and any additional comments or observations.

Who needs an elevation certificate:

1. Homeowners who reside in flood-prone areas may need an elevation certificate to determine their flood insurance rates or to comply with local building regulations.
2. Property buyers or lenders may require an elevation certificate when evaluating flood risk and determining the cost of flood insurance for a specific property.
3. Local governments and insurance companies may also request elevation certificates to assess flood risks, establish floodplain management strategies, or determine insurance rates for an entire community.

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What is elevation certificate?

An elevation certificate is a document that measures the elevation of a building's lowest habitable floor relative to the base flood elevation.

Who is required to file elevation certificate?

Property owners in high-risk flood zones or those applying for flood insurance are typically required to file an elevation certificate.

How to fill out elevation certificate?

To fill out an elevation certificate, you need to provide information about the building's location, construction type, and the elevations of various components such as the lowest floor, the lowest adjacent grade, and the flood zone.

What is the purpose of elevation certificate?

The purpose of an elevation certificate is to determine the flood risk and insurance rates for a property, as well as to guide development and construction in flood-prone areas.

What information must be reported on elevation certificate?

An elevation certificate typically includes information such as the property address, location, building characteristics, elevation data, and surveyor's information.

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