Land Use & Zoning
A Huntington, WV property in a floodplain that is proposed for commercial development must comply with:
AOnly WV DEP permitting requirements
BFEMA's National Flood Insurance Program regulations and local floodplain management ordinances, in addition to zoning✓ Correct
CFederal HUD development guidelines only
DOnly county building permit requirements
Explanation
Development in floodplains must comply with FEMA's NFIP regulations, which communities must adopt to maintain eligibility for flood insurance, as well as local floodplain ordinances. Additional permits from WV DEP may also be required.
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