Federal Register #2026-11665

FEMA Finalizes Flood Hazard Determination Changes for Multiple Communities

This notice from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), under the Department of Homeland Security, announces finalized changes to flood hazard determinations for multiple U.S. communities. - Government Buyer: - Department of Homeland Security (DHS) - Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) - No OEMs or vendors are involved, as this is a regulatory notice, not a procurement action. - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being requested or procured. - Notable Requirements: - Updates to Base Flood Elevations (BFEs), base flood depths, Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) boundaries or zone designations, and regulatory floodways - Changes documented in Letters of Map Revision (LOMR) - Affected communities must adopt or provide evidence of floodplain management measures to remain eligible for the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) - Revised flood hazard data is available for public inspection, and there are procedures for submitting appeals or comments - No contract value, period of performance, or line items are applicable, as this is not a procurement opportunity.

Description

This notice finalizes new or modified Base Flood Elevations (BFEs), base flood depths, Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) boundaries or zone designations, and regulatory floodways as shown on Letters of Map Revision (LOMR) for various communities. These revisions update the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) and, in some cases, the Flood Insurance Study (FIS) reports currently in effect. The flood hazard determinations are based on new scientific or technical data and are used to meet floodplain management requirements under the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). The notice provides information on where the revised flood hazard data can be inspected and how to submit appeals or comments.

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