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This Elevation Certificate is used to provide information necessary for flood insurance and to determine the elevation of buildings in relation to the base flood elevation, ensuring 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 municipal office or online.
2. Fill out the property information section, including the address and legal description.
3. Provide the data about the elevation of the building in relation to the defined base flood elevation.
4. Include the information related to the structure's location, such as latitude and longitude.
5. Have a licensed surveyor or engineer conduct the necessary measurements and complete the surveyor's section of the certificate.
6. Ensure all required signatures are provided, including that of the professional who completed the survey.
7. Submit the completed elevation certificate to your local floodplain manager, insurance company, or lender as needed.

Who needs elevation certificate?

1. Property owners in flood-prone areas who need flood insurance.
2. Individuals seeking to elevate their property to meet local floodplain management regulations.
3. Lenders that require an elevation certificate for mortgage purposes in high-risk flood zones.
4. Real estate professionals involved in property transactions in flood hazard areas.

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What is elevation certificate?

An elevation certificate is a document used to confirm the elevation of a building in relation to the Base Flood Elevation (BFE), primarily used in flood zone areas.

Who is required to file elevation certificate?

Property owners in flood-prone areas who are applying for flood insurance and those who have received a letter of map change from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) are 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 location, the elevation of the structure, and any other applicable data, usually completed by a licensed surveyor.

What is the purpose of elevation certificate?

The purpose of the elevation certificate is to determine the proper flood insurance rates for properties located in flood zones, as well as to assist in compliance with local floodplain management regulations.

What information must be reported on elevation certificate?

The elevation certificate must report information such as the property's address, the location of the building, the elevation of the lowest floor, and any required flood zone designation.