Federal Register #2026-09015

FEMA Request for Comments on Flood Hazard Determinations Affecting Multiple Communities

FEMA is inviting public input on proposed flood hazard determinations that may impact floodplain management and insurance requirements in multiple communities across Massachusetts, Michigan, Rhode Island, Utah, and Missouri. - Government Buyer: - Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Department of Homeland Security - Scope of Request: - Solicits comments on changes to Base Flood Elevation, base flood depth, Special Flood Hazard Area boundaries or zone designations, and regulatory floodways - Affects Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) and Flood Insurance Study (FIS) reports - Communities in Bristol County (MA), Chippewa County (MI), Providence County (RI), Utah County (UT), Howell County (MO), Oregon County (MO), and Ozark County (MO) are impacted - Products/Services Requested: - No procurement of products or services; request is for information and feedback - Preliminary FIRM and FIS reports are the basis for floodplain management measures - Unique Requirements: - Opportunity for communities to appeal revised flood hazard information - Availability of a Scientific Resolution Panel for resolving conflicting scientific and technical data - OEMs and Vendors: - No OEMs or vendors referenced; FEMA is the sole agency involved - Locations: - Federal Emergency Management Agency, 400 C Street SW, Washington, DC 20472 - Multiple city and town halls, county courthouses, and public works offices in the affected counties and states - Notable Details: - The process is part of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and may affect eligibility and requirements for flood insurance

Description

This notice requests comments on proposed flood hazard determinations which may include additions or modifications to Base Flood Elevation, base flood depth, Special Flood Hazard Area boundary or zone designation, or regulatory floodway on Flood Insurance Rate Maps and supporting Flood Insurance Study reports. The determinations affect various communities and are the basis for floodplain management measures required for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program. Comments are requested to be submitted by August 5, 2026. The Federal Emergency Management Agency is the agency providing these determinations.

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