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345 <br /> They are used in planning, in the insurance industry, and by individuals to avoid moving <br /> into a home at risk of flooding or to develop a better understanding of the steps that they <br /> can take to protect their property from damage during flood events. <br /> FIRMs are also used to set rates of insurance against risk of flood and whether <br /> buildings are insurable at all against flood. It is similar to a topographic map, but is <br /> designed to show floodplains. <br /> Will the proposed amendments impact farm operations? <br /> The County has always had the authority to enforce floodplain management standards <br /> on properties classified as a farm operation with respect to development within the <br /> floodplain (i.e. we can prevent the erection of structures within flood hazard areas). The <br /> proposed amendments, however, will not impact grazing or crop production within <br /> identified floodplain. Further the County cannot enforce the floodplain buffer as detailed <br /> in Section 6.13 of the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) on a bona fide farm. <br /> Will the elimination of the Special Flood Hazard Area Overlay District negatively <br /> impact the County's flood management program? <br /> There should be no impact. Flood data will still be displayed on County GIS system(s) <br /> which can be viewed at: https:ff is.oran ecountync. ov:8443foran e CGISfdefault.htm. <br /> Will these amendment(s) alter the County's floodplain management outreach <br /> program? <br /> No. Staff will continue to send annual letters to local property owners outlining the <br /> services we offer as part of our floodplain program. <br /> Staff can provide assistance: <br /> Please note being located in or near identified floodplain does not inherently mean you <br /> cannot develop your property. There are steps you can take to mitigate your risk and, <br /> at the same time, ensure compliance with applicable flood regulations. <br /> If you are thinking about engaging in land disturbing activity on your property for any <br /> reason (i.e. building a new structure, grading, removing trees, etc.) you should first <br /> consult the Planning Department to understand what issues, if any, the project may <br /> create. <br /> Staff will be more than happy to schedule a formal meeting with you, on site, to discuss <br /> specific flood issues associated with your property and identify opportunities to correct <br /> or prevent flood damage. A breakdown of the services we offer, with respect to <br /> understanding and identifying flood issues on your property, can be accessed <br />