Land Use & Zoning

A floodplain map used to determine insurance requirements is known as a(n):

AEnvironmental impact statement
BFlood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM)✓ Correct
CLand use map
DZoning ordinance map

Explanation

FEMA produces Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) that delineate Special Flood Hazard Areas (100-year floodplains) and flood risk zones. Lenders use FIRMs to determine if flood insurance is required for properties securing federally backed loans.

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