Floodplain Information

The links below provide information related to flood hazards as well as development in flood prone areas such as floodplains and floodways.

Projects located in a Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) (including grading, utilities, etc.), require compliance with applicable County Codes, building codes, and FEMA regulations. Please make an appointment with an Environmental Resource Planner using the County Appointment Scheduler to talk to Environmental Planning staff for additional information. 

Determine Your Flood Zone

• FEMA Map Service Center 
• Map Information Service
• Flood FAQ

Determining Substantial Improvement

• Substantial Improvement Forms and Info

FEMA

• NFIP Flood Insurance Information at FloodSmart.gov

Flood Insurance

• Flood Insurance Requirement

Flood Preparedness

• Flood Safety Brochure
• Be Prepared for Flooding

Forms

• Floodplaing Management forms are available on our Forms & Publications page.

Online Training

• Elevation Certificate Online Training Course

Questions?

Email: EnvironmentalPlanningInfo@santacruzcountyca.gov