Foundation elevation
Foundation elevation includes the lifting/raising of an existing structure. The finished floor elevation of the elevated structure must meet the compliant elevation as per the Chapter 19 ordinance
Applicant must pay for permit prior to construction. Permit must be kept on premises in public view, facing the right of way. Pre-construction, pre-fill (if introducing additional fill on site), 2nd elevation certificate, 3rd elevation certificate and final inspections are conducted.
1. Floodplain development permit is not complete until signed,
2. Violations of the permit will be subject to citations as provided per Chapter 19 of the Code of Ordinances.
3. Fees may vary depending on acreage size and if the parcel is located in a conveyance zone or the floodway.
Fees
Development permit fees may vary depending on acreage size and if the parcel is located in a conveyance zone or the floodway. See the City Fee Schedule and search for "flood plain" for more details.
1. Mitigation Plan,
2. Elevation Certificate based on construction drawings,
3. Dimensioned elevation plan sheet,
4. Conveyance Analysis (if property lies in conveyance zone),
5. Topographic survey
Applicant can use Project Dox to submit online:
1. Upload all required documents and drawings
2. Mark complete the assigned task.
Pre-development meeting with Floodplain plan reviewer if scope of work is located in the floodway
1. Pre-Construction Inspection: a. A copy of the approved plans and permit onsite. 2. Pre-Fill Inspection: a. A copy of the approved plans onsite b. A completed Pre-Fill Mitigation Certificate. May require: a pre-fill topographical survey and/or evidence of spoils removal and placement outside of the floodplain. 3. 2nd Elevation Certificate Inspection: a. A copy of the approved plans onsite. b. A correct, completed original Elevation Certificate marked “Building Under Construction” in section C1 of the certificate. 4. 3rd Elevation Certificate Inspection: a. A copy of the approved plans onsite. b. A correct, completed original Elevation Certificate marked “Finished Construction” in section C1 of the certificate. 5. Site work Final Inspection: a. A copy of the approved plans onsite May require: As-Built Survey, As-Built Mitigation Plan/Calculations, evidence of spoils removal and placement outside of the floodplain. 6. Final Floodplain Inspection: a. A copy of the approved plans onsite. May require: Flood Proofing Certificate.
In Person: (832) 394-885 Automated: (713) 222-9922
Enter the appropriate project number and click the Submit button.