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Building Permit Glossary

Floodplain

Land subject to flooding per FEMA maps. Floodplain areas often require additional review.

Also called

SFHAflood zonebase flood elevation area

Related permit terms

PermitZoning Permit / Certificate of Zoning ComplianceAuthority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)Accessory Building / Accessory StructureDetached Garage