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This document serves to provide elevation information necessary for compliance with community floodplain management ordinances, determining proper insurance premium rates, and supporting requests for Letters of Map Amendment or Revision (LOMA or LOMR) within the National Flood Insurance Program.

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How to fill out elevation certificate

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Obtain the elevation certificate form from your local authority or the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) website.

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Identify the property for which the elevation certificate is being filled out, including the legal description and address.

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Fill in the property information section, including the owner’s name and contact information.

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Provide details about the building, including intended use and construction materials.

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Determine the location of the lowest floor of the building by measuring from the lowest floor to the next highest adjacent grade.

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Record the elevation of the lowest floor, including any basements or crawl spaces.

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If applicable, include information on any flood openings or vents and their elevations.

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Document any other relevant information required in the additional notes section.

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Ensure that you have the person conducting the survey sign and date the certificate.

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Submit the completed elevation certificate to your local building department, insurance company, or lender as required.

Who needs elevation certificate?

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Homeowners in flood-prone areas who need to obtain flood insurance.

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Property owners who want to determine their flood risk and insurance requirements.

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Local government agencies for building permits and zoning compliance.

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Lenders when evaluating property risks for mortgage approval in flood zones.

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What is elevation certificate?

An elevation certificate is a document used to certify the elevation of a property in relation to the base flood elevation, often required for flood insurance purposes.

Who is required to file elevation certificate?

Property owners in flood-prone areas who wish to obtain flood insurance or those whose insurance companies request it are required to file an elevation certificate.

How to fill out elevation certificate?

To fill out an elevation certificate, you need to gather information about the property's location, the structure's elevation above mean sea level, and any relevant flood zone designations. The form must be completed by a licensed surveyor, engineer, or architect.

What is the purpose of elevation certificate?

The purpose of an elevation certificate is to provide accurate information about a property's elevation, which helps determine flood insurance rates and compliance with floodplain management regulations.

What information must be reported on elevation certificate?

The elevation certificate must report the structure's lowest floor elevation, the elevation of the highest adjacent grade, the flood zone designation, and other property details.

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