Opportunity
Federal Register #2026-15938
FEMA Requests Comments on Proposed Flood Hazard Determinations for Multiple Communities
Buyer
Federal Emergency Management Agency
Posted
August 06, 2026
Respond By
November 04, 2026
Identifier
2026-15938
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), under the Department of Homeland Security, is requesting public comments on proposed flood hazard determinations for multiple communities. - Government Buyer: - Department of Homeland Security (DHS) - Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) - Scope of Request: - Solicitation of public input on proposed changes to flood hazard determinations - Potential modifications include: - Base Flood Elevation (BFE) - Base flood depth - Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) boundaries or zone designations - Regulatory floodways on Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) and Flood Insurance Study (FIS) reports - Affected Communities: - Multiple communities across Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, West Virginia, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, and Michigan - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Opportunity for communities to appeal proposed determinations - Use of Scientific Resolution Panels for dispute resolution - Requirement for communities to adopt or maintain floodplain management measures to participate in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) - No OEMs, vendors, or procurement of products/services are involved; this is a request for information and comment only.
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 boundaries or zone designations, or regulatory floodways on Flood Insurance Rate Maps and supporting Flood Insurance Study reports. These determinations affect various communities and are the basis for floodplain management measures required for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program. The notice provides information on how to inspect the preliminary maps and reports and how to submit comments. It also outlines the appeal process and the use of Scientific Resolution Panels for resolving disputes.