Environmental
Oregon has a law requiring disclosure when a property is located within a 100-year floodplain. This information is typically found on:
AThe county tax assessor's records
BFEMA Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs)✓ Correct
CThe Oregon Real Estate Agency's property database
DThe property's chain of title
Explanation
Flood zone designations are shown on FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs). Properties in Special Flood Hazard Areas (SFHAs — 100-year floodplains) are subject to mandatory flood insurance requirements when federally backed mortgages are involved.
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