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Elevation and Relocation

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  • Steps taken to raise and relocate a slab-on-grade structure

Dry Floodproofing

  • Guidance on NFIP regulations concerning watertight construction
  • Guidance on NFIP regulations concerning dry-floodproofed below-grade parking garages

Wet Floodproofing

  • Guidance on regulations concerning wet floodproofing

Protecting Utilities and Equipment

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  • Technical guidance for design and construction of flood-resistant utility systems
  • Guidance concerning the installation of elevators below the Base Flood Elevation

Flood Vents

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  • Flood venting in foundations and enclosures below design flood elevation
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