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This form is used to determine the elevation of a building in relation to flood levels for the National Flood Insurance Program, providing critical information to support flood insurance policies

How to fill out elevation certificate

How to fill out elevation certificate

1. Obtain the elevation certificate form from the official FEMA website or your local authority.
2. Fill in the property information including the address, owner's name, and the type of construction.
3. Provide information about the flood zone and base flood elevation as indicated on the community floodplain map.
4. Have a licensed surveyor or engineer conduct a field survey to measure the elevation of the property.
5. Enter the actual measured elevations of the property on the certificate, including the elevation of the lowest floor.
6. Complete the certification section by having the surveyor or engineer sign and date the form.
7. Submit the completed elevation certificate to your local floodplain manager or insurance company.

Who needs elevation certificate?

1. Homeowners in flood-prone areas required to obtain flood insurance.
2. Property owners seeking to determine the risk of flooding for properties.
3. Developers and builders needing to provide proof of compliance with local floodplain regulations.
4. Lenders requiring an elevation certificate for financing properties in flood zones.

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What is elevation certificate?

An elevation certificate is an official document used to certify the elevation of a building in relation to the Base Flood Elevation (BFE) for floodplain management, insurance, and development purposes.

Who is required to file elevation certificate?

Elevation certificates are typically required to be filed by property owners seeking flood insurance, particularly in high-risk flood zones, and by communities as part of the floodplain management process.

How to fill out elevation certificate?

To fill out an elevation certificate, you need to gather necessary information such as the property's location, the building's elevation in feet above the BFE, and complete specific sections of the certificate that pertain to flood zones and construction details.

What is the purpose of elevation certificate?

The purpose of an elevation certificate is to provide information needed to determine flood insurance rates, ensure compliance with local floodplain management ordinances, and assess risk for future development.

What information must be reported on elevation certificate?

An elevation certificate must report information including the property's address, the elevation of the lowest floor, the BFE, flood zone designations, and details about the building's structural characteristics.