FEMA Implements Flood Risk Standard

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Biden-Harris Administration Finalizes Rule to Increase Resilience Against Flooding Nationwide | Homeland Security

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Final rule implementing the Federal Flood Risk Management Standard will reduce risk of flood impacts, protect people and infrastructure Final rule follows additional actions from President Biden to protect workers and communities from extreme weather.

FEMA will pay for the applicable federal cost share to implement the FFRMS which is often 75% or more.

FEMA pays for the costs to implement the FFRMS at the applicable cost share for the project.

FEMA has found that incorporating 2-feet of elevation into a new building design on average adds only 1.91% to the total project cost.

The Final Rule amends Title 44 , Part 9 of the Code of Federal Regulations and will be effective on Sept. 9, 2024 .

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