(a) The degree of flood protection required by this chapter is considered reasonable for regulatory purposes and is based upon engineering and scientific methods of study.
(b) Larger floods may occur on rare occasions.
(c) Flood heights may be increased by man-made or natural causes, such as ice jams and bridge openings restricted by debris.
(d) Approval for the use of land under these provisions shall not be considered a guarantee or warranty of safety from flood damage.
(e) This chapter does not imply that areas outside the flood hazard area will be free from flood damage.
(f) This chapter does not create liability on the part of the Charter Township of Clinton, or any officer or employee thereof, for any flood damage which results from reliance upon this chapter or any administrative decision lawfully made thereunder.
(Ord. 260-A-204. Passed 8-13-90; Ord. Passed 10-30-23.)