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The city updated their floodplain regulations in July 2022. This occurred after the new federal floodplain maps were updated.
These changes limit development in the floodplain. Making this change will keep flooding from getting worse in areas near streams and creeks. Also, it's important to have green space near creeks so that water can flow without impacting buildings on a property and putting people at risk when it rains.
View the current regulations in the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) and common questions about floodplain regulations.
Don't know what the floodplain is? Watch this video to learn more.
Allowed Activities
These activities are allowed under current floodplain regulations.
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Benefits
- Reduce the severity of flooding. Flooding is not as bad when water has more room to flow and soak into the ground.
- Benefit the quality of streams and rivers;
- Protect wildlife habitat;
- Reduce risk to people and chances of property damage;
- Reduce instances of emergency rescue since fewer people will be in harm's way; and,
- Lower flood insurance premiums for people living in Raleigh.
