Land Use & Zoning
In Wyoming, a floodplain management ordinance may require that new construction in the floodplain:
ABe prohibited entirely in all floodplains
BBe elevated above the base flood elevation to reduce flood damage✓ Correct
CObtain a federal permit from FEMA for each structure
DBe built with special flood-resistant materials only
Explanation
FEMA's National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) requires participating communities (which qualify their residents for flood insurance) to adopt floodplain management ordinances that require new construction to be elevated at or above the base flood elevation (100-year flood level).
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