The section provides a list of National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and Mitigation resources. The intended audiences for this section are disaster survivors, NFIP policy and non-policy holders, elected officials, media, and the general public. You will find access to information on floodplain management, flood hazard data and additional resources on how to reduce risk.
National Flood Insurance Program
Access this resource document to learn about flood insurance requirements, coverage, policy myths and misconceptions and more.
Information for Property Owners
Go to www.fema.gov/information-property-owners for information about Flood Insurance specific to property owners.
Increased Cost of Compliance Coverage
Increased Cost of Compliance (ICC) coverage is one of several resources for flood insurance policyholders who need additional help rebuilding after a flood. It provides up to $30,000 to help cover the cost of mitigation measures that will reduce flood risk. To learn more, go to www.fema.gov and type "Increase Cost of Compliance Coverage" in the search box.
FEMA Flood Hazard Data for New Jersey and New York
Go to www.region2coastal.com to know your risk, view available FEMA flood hazard data for your location and learn why FEMA flood data is important to you.
Community Rating System
The Community Rating System (CRS) recognizes and encourages community floodplain management activities that exceed the minimum NFIP standards. Depending upon the level of participation, flood insurance premium rates for policyholders can be reduced up to 45%. Go to www.fema.gov and type "Community Rating System" in the search box to learn more.
Floodplain Management Fact Sheet
Floodplain management is fundamental to reducing flood losses. It is broadly defined to include all actions that states and communities can take to minimize damage to new and existing buildings and infrastructure. Go to www.fema.gov and type "Floodplain Management Fact Sheet" in the search box for more information.
NFIP Floodplain Management Requirements
This study guide and desk reference can serve two purposes. First, it can be used as a study guide to enhance the knowledge and skills of local officials responsible for administering and enforcing local floodplain management regulations. It is also intended to broaden their understanding of floodplain management strategies that can be applied at the local level. Go to www.fema.gov and type "NFIP Floodplain Management Requirements" in the search box to access the document.
Hurricane Sandy – Building Science Activities & Resources and Hurricane Sandy Recovery Advisories
Go to www.fema.gov and type "Hurricane Sandy - Building Science Activities and Resources" in the search box to access Hurricane Sandy Recovery Advisories and Fact Sheets.
Questions?
For information about the National Flood Insurance Program, visit: www.fema.gov/nfip or www.floodsmart.gov or Call 1-800-427-4661 (TDD): 1-800-447-9487.