4 Key Points to Remember when Building in a Flood Plain

[@janellechase]

Wish you could help with our build. I can't find a builder that is knowledgeable in floodplain permitting.

[@jeanettekinnie5745]

@Theconsciousbuilder my city told me that I can't build on the land that I own because it's in a flood way. I tore down my house and they will not allow me to build. Can they do that legally?

[@paulbrunner72GenX]

They can not stop you in most cases. You will have to meet the building standards. Read the FEMA information and have the authority having jurisdiction provide the specific information they are referencing. Make sure you read all related documents ENTIRELY. Often ppl will make blanket statements. You will probably need an engineering survey & plan.

[@jeanettekinnie5745]

@paulbrunner72GenX thank you so much for your help. I have a meeting with the Fema flood plain administrator of my county Monday. Praying for good news. I am willing to build to standards provided.

[@DannyNomad]

It's always better to have a conscious builder. My last builder was usually unconscious. Pedro liked beer too much. My house still isn't built.

[@Theconsciousbuilder]

unconscious builders are the worst.

[@skeeptwo7515]

Do you have a construction company that builds in Quebec?

[@Theconsciousbuilder]

Currently we're just operating across the boarder in the Ottawa area but for the right project we might work in Quebec. More paperwork :)

[@charlessmith3940]

Never build in the flood plain

[@RedScareClair]

Unfortunately that is going to be easier said than done as climates change

[@Theconsciousbuilder]

This is a waterfront cottage that had been in the family. They wanted to rebuild in the same spot where they had inherited property and memories. Sometimes it is a choice people can and do make, in which case it's important to do what you can to reduce damage and protect the home.

[@lorettarussell3235]

​@@TheconsciousbuilderIf you are going to build in a flood plain, it is smart to build in such a way as to minimize possible future damage. Your are gambling that it won't happen, but in reality it will it at some point in time. Just when is the big question. Personally I would never build or live in a flood plain, or even remotely close to one. I have seen the damage in my area & on TV, not for me!

[@jeanettekinnie5745]

@Theconsciousbuilder my city told me that I can't build on the land that I own because it's in a flood way. I tore down my house and they will not allow me to build. Can they do that legally?

[@jeanettekinnie5745]

@@Theconsciousbuilder do you build in Alabama?