As of October 2021, you don't need an elevation certificate to buy flood insurance from the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). The NFIP began using a new way of setting rates, called Risk Rating ...

An elevation certificate may help you to lower the cost of your flood insurance policy. Frequently asked questions Under Risk Rating 2.0, homeowners are no longer required to get an elevation ...

If you’re wondering what an elevation certificate is, it’s a document that holds crucial information about your property’s elevation in relation to flood zones and helps you understand your ...

A flood elevation certificate shows your home's elevation relative to potential floodwaters. It’s used to assess your flood risk and set your flood insurance rates.

The updated standards mark a major shift in approach for design and construction in flood hazard areas, according to a ...

Zachary residents can use a new tool to get flood risk data and see elevation certificates for free. The Flood Fact Finder is powered by Forerunner, a floodplain management platform.

You may also need a new elevation certificate if you allow your flood insurance policy to lapse for 90 to 180 days. At this point, you may not be eligible for a previously discounted rate. How to ...