Information for Homeowners
- Obtain Assistance from a FEMA Map Specialist
- What's New in Flood Hazard Mapping?
- Map Change Processes for Homeowners
- How to View and Obtain Flood Maps
- Flood Zone Designation Explained
- Frequently Asked Questions
Within this section, the following references and links will assist homeowners in locating and obtaining copies of their perspective floodmaps, how to read them, and how to request map changes that may be warranted.
Floodmaps are the tool the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) uses to determine the flood risk homeowners face. Prior to the enactment of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), homeowners had no mechanism to protect themselves from the devastation of flooding, and in many parts of the United States, unchecked development in the floodplain was exacerbating the flood risk.
Obtain Assistance from a FEMA Map Specialist
For more information or additional assistance from a Map Specialist:
- Please e-mail a Map Specialist.
- Please call a Map Specialist in the FEMA Map Assistance Center; toll free, at 1-877-FEMA MAP (1-877-336-2627).
What's New in Flood Hazard Mapping?
Keep up with the latest developments and find out What's New in Flood Hazard Mapping.
Please register to receive updates on FEMA Flood Hazard Mapping activities via e-mail.
Map Change Processes for Homeowners
Learn more about the processes for removing your property from a high-risk area requiring flood insurance:
For LOMA and LOMR-F request, you must submit either of these forms:
Want a fast turnaround for you LOMA or LOMR-F application? Learn how here:
How to View and Obtain Flood Maps
You may view and order copies of the effective maps and other NFIP products through the Map Service Center.
Your local Community Map Repository, usually located in the planning and zoning office, also has copies of flood maps. Please call the FEMA Map Assistance Center, toll free at 1-877-FEMA MAP (1-877-336-2627), or e-mail a Map Specialist to determine the location of your Community Map Repository.
Flood Zone Designation Explained
A complete list of flood zone definitions is available on the Flood Hazard Assessments and Mapping Requirements page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Go to Frequently Asked Questions for Homeowners.
Last Modified: Monday, 12-Jan-2009 11:23:18 EST
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Fast Facts
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Did you know that homes in the so-called "100-year" floodplain have a 26% chance of flooding over a 30-year period--the length of a typical mortgage?
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Did you know that flood insurance is available to all homeowners--even those located outside high-risk areas? Know the Facts.
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Did you know that FEMA is mapping the Nation through Flood Map Modernization?