THE DESIGN STANDARDS ARE FOR FLOODWAY AND FLOODPLAIN CONSTRUCTION

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Basic:  MDEQ Quick Guide (2004) will help you get a general understanding of floodplain management and the basic building design standards.  Click Here to download PDF document

Advanced:  MDEQ Floodplain Management for Local Officials (Revised 2008) is comprehensive document that covers floodplain construction and building code requirements and flood-resistant building techniques and materials along with other regulatory issues.  Click Here to download PDF document

Openings in Foundation Walls - Click Here to download PDF document

Flood Resistant Material Requirements - Click Here to download PDF document

Non-Residential Floodproofing – Requirements and Certification - Click Here to download PDF document

Elevator Installation - Click Here to download PDF document

Below-Grade Parking Requirements - Click Here to download PDF document

Wet Floodproofing Requirements - Click Here to download PDF document

Ensuring That Structures Built on Fill In or Near Special Flood Hazard Areas Are Reasonably Safe from Flooding - Click Here to download PDF document   

Crawlspace Construction for Buildings Located in Special Flood Hazard Areas - Click Here to download PDF document

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This information was developed by NTH Consultants, Ltd. on behalf of the City of Lansing