Environmental
Texas law requires sellers of residential properties to disclose whether the property is located in a '100-year floodplain' on the Seller's Disclosure Notice. This information can be verified through:
ATREC's database
BFEMA flood maps (FIRMs) and the flood map service center✓ Correct
CThe Texas Railroad Commission
DThe county appraisal district's records only
Explanation
Flood zone status is determined by FEMA's Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs), which are available through FEMA's Flood Map Service Center or local government GIS systems. Buyers should verify flood zone status as part of their due diligence.
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