Land Use & Zoning
Vermont's flood hazard regulations require that structures in the 100-year floodplain be:
ACompletely prohibited
BElevated above the base flood elevation and meet FEMA floodplain management standards✓ Correct
CInsured only through the state flood insurance program
DBuilt only with state-approved materials
Explanation
Vermont municipalities participating in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) must adopt floodplain regulations requiring new structures in the 100-year floodplain to be elevated above the base flood elevation and meet FEMA standards.
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