Use the official flood layer and local floodplain administrator to determine flood-zone construction requirements, elevation documentation, and substantial-improvement review. Steps: Resolve the parcel and official flood zone: Use the linked official source to complete this step for the resolved property or activity. Confirm the current requirements, supporting documents, fees, and submission instructions before filing. Confirm the local floodplain administrator and project requirements: Use the resolved property jurisdiction to select the correct official local destination, confirm the current instructions and required supporting documents, and keep the filing or case reference for the next step. Prepare elevation or flood documentation when required: Complete this step with the controlling authority identified for the resolved property or activity. Confirm the current requirements and keep the official filing, approval, or case reference before moving on. Submit floodplain documentation with the controlling permit application: Use the resolved property jurisdiction to select the correct official local destination, confirm the current instructions and required supporting documents, and keep the filing or case reference for the next step.
Floodplain Development and Elevation Certificate Routing — Miami-Dade County
Applies to: countywide
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