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This document serves as an Elevation Certificate, which provides important elevation data related to flood insurance and building compliance with floodplain management regulations. It includes information about property location, building elevations, flood zone designations, and certifications from authorized professionals.

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How to fill out elevation certificate

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Obtain the elevation certificate form from the FEMA website or your local floodplain administrator.

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Fill in the property information at the top of the form, including the address and legal description.

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Complete Section A, which requires details about the building and the property owner.

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In Section B, indicate the type and purpose of the certificate.

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Section C requests information about the building's elevation, including the datum used.

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Measure and record the elevation of the lowest floor, including basements, in Section C.

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If applicable, document any additional features such as basements, crawlspaces, or garages in Section D.

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Ensure that the elevations are measured accurately using appropriate tools like a level or survey equipment.

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Have a licensed surveyor or engineer sign and certify the elevation certificate.

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Submit the completed certificate to your local floodplain management office or insurance provider.

Who needs elevation certificate?

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Homeowners in flood-prone areas who are required by their mortgage lender to obtain flood insurance.

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Individuals looking to determine their property’s risk of flooding for insurance purposes.

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Property owners appealing a flood zone designation or seeking elevation insurance discounts.

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Developers and builders of new construction in flood-prone areas.

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Local government officials for land use planning and floodplain management.

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What is elevation certificate?

An elevation certificate is a document used to provide elevation information about a specific property to determine compliance with floodplain management ordinances and to assist in the assessment of flood insurance premiums.

Who is required to file elevation certificate?

Property owners in flood-prone areas who are applying for flood insurance or those whose property has been substantially improved or remodeled 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 property such as its address, building type, elevation of the lowest floor, and details from a licensed surveyor regarding the property's elevation relative to the base flood elevation.

What is the purpose of elevation certificate?

The purpose of an elevation certificate is to provide accurate information regarding the elevation of a building in relation to the ground level and flood zones, which is essential for flood insurance underwriting and local floodplain management.

What information must be reported on elevation certificate?

Information that must be reported on an elevation certificate includes property address, flood zone designation, elevation of the lowest floor, flood-proofing measures (if any), and any other relevant details about the property's construction.

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