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U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Federal Emergency Management Agency OMB No. 16600008 Expiration Date: November 30, 2018National Flood Insurance ProgramELEVATION CERTIFICATE Important: Follow

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How to fill out elevation certificate - geographic

1. Obtain a copy of the elevation certificate form from the appropriate government agency or download it from their website.
2. Gather all the necessary information required for the certificate, such as the property address, owner information, and flood zone designation.
3. Conduct a survey of the property to determine the accurate elevation data. This may involve hiring a professional surveyor or using GPS-enabled equipment.
4. Fill out the elevation certificate form, providing all the requested details accurately. Pay attention to any instructions or guidance provided on the form.
5. Double-check the completed form to ensure that all the information is correct and legible.
6. Submit the filled-out elevation certificate to the appropriate government agency or designated authority responsible for maintaining such records.
7. Keep a copy of the elevation certificate for your records, as it may be required for future reference or insurance purposes.

Who needs elevation certificate - geographic?

1. Individuals or organizations involved in construction or development projects in areas prone to flooding or with specific building code requirements related to elevation.
2. Property owners or mortgage lenders who want to determine the flood risk and insurance requirements for a particular property.
3. Insurance companies or underwriters who need accurate elevation information to assess the flood risk and determine insurance rates for a property.
4. Government agencies or regulatory bodies responsible for floodplain management, land-use planning, or enforcing building codes related to elevation.
5. Real estate agents or appraisers who require elevation certificates to properly evaluate the value and marketability of a property in flood-prone areas.

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What is elevation certificate - geographic?

An elevation certificate is a document used in the United States to provide information about the elevation of a property relative to the base flood elevation, which is critical for flood insurance purposes and other regulatory requirements.

Who is required to file elevation certificate - geographic?

Property owners in designated flood hazard areas, particularly those seeking or maintaining flood insurance, as well as lenders and municipalities as part of local floodplain management regulations are required to file an elevation certificate.

How to fill out elevation certificate - geographic?

To fill out an elevation certificate, property owners or surveyors must accurately measure and report the elevation of the structure's lowest floor, any basement, and the highest and lowest adjacent grades, using the appropriate sections of the certificate form provided by FEMA.

What is the purpose of elevation certificate - geographic?

The primary purpose of an elevation certificate is to confirm that a property meets local floodplain management requirements and to determine appropriate flood insurance rates based on the building's elevation relative to flood risk.

What information must be reported on elevation certificate - geographic?

The elevation certificate must report information such as the building's lowest floor elevation, flood zone designation, property location information, and details about the building's construction and elevation measurements.