Where can I see FEMA Special Flood Hazard Areas?
A. The City has copies available at the 2nd Floor Engineering counter at 39550 Liberty Street in the Development Center. These zones include “Special Flood Hazard Areas” where, in any given year, there is a 1% chance that a portion or all of the property is likely to be inundated by floods, as determined by the Federal Emergency Management Agency Federal Insurance Administration (FEMA). If the property is partially or wholly located within a “Special Flood Hazard Area”, the lending institution will likely require flood insurance. The cost of such insurance will be much greater than what would normally be the case. Additionally, governmental restrictions may impact new or additional construction in such a zone. This disclosure pursuant to Section 8589.5 of the Government Code. FEMA also has an online flood map. Back to top.
