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Why the PRP Extension?
Flood maps are changing as the assessment of flood risks changes due to community development, aging flood control structures, natural changes to topography, and better technology. The NFIP wants to ease the transition for property owners, who have been newly mapped into a high-risk flood zone, and the mandatory flood insurance purchase requirements that go along with map changes. If your property was newly mapped into a high-risk flood zone on or after October 1, 2008, you may be eligible for the lower-cost Preferred Risk Policy for up to two years after the latter of the two following dates:
Who is eligible?
What you will need to do: Talk to your agent. Previous and current flood zone documentation for your property will be needed to validate your PRP extension eligibility. Historic maps and current effective maps are available through FEMA's Map Service website: www.msc.fema.gov. If you have questions or would like more information, you can call the NFIP Help Center at 1-800-427-4661 for assistance.
Information for Community Stakeholders
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