All new construction or substantial improvements to existing structures within a delineated floodplain, including pre-fabricated and manufactured homes, must be designed (or modified) and anchored to prevent flotation, collapse, or other lateral movement of the structure and shall use construction material and utility equipment that are resistant to flood damage and shall use construction methods and practices that will minimize flood damage. The issuance of a special building permit for such construction shall be conditioned upon the applicant consenting to construct according to the provisions set forth in this chapter.
(Prior Code, § 18-1-3)