Zone AR

The purpose of this page is to define Zone AR, a commonly used term in floodplain management. To explore other common floodplain management terms access the NFIP Policy Index.

Definition/Description

Areas that result from the decertification of a previously accredited flood protection system that is determined to be in the process of being restored to provide base flood protection. Mandatory flood insurance purchase requirements and floodplain management standards apply.

NFIP Requirement

• 60.3 (f) - AR Zone Requirements
• 64.3 - Definition
• 65.14 - Procedures

Guidance

• Answers to Questions About the National Flood Insurance Program - Flood Hazard Assessments and Mapping Requirements
• IS-9 Managing Floodplain Development Through The National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP)(page 3-33)

Related Keywords

• Flood Zones
• Flood Map