In all SFHAs the following provisions are required:
(A) New construction and substantial improvements shall be anchored to prevent flotation, collapse or lateral movement of the structure;
(B) Manufactured homes shall be anchored to prevent flotation, collapse, or lateral movement. Methods of anchoring may include, but are not limited to, use of over-the-top or frame ties to ground anchors. This standard shall be in addition to and consistent with applicable state requirements for resisting wind forces;
(C) New construction and substantial improvements shall be constructed with materials and utility equipment resistant to flood damage below the FPG;
(D) New construction and substantial improvements shall be constructed by methods and practices that minimize flood damage;
(E) Electrical, heating, ventilation, plumbing, air conditioning equipment and other service facilities shall be designed and/or located so as to prevent water from entering or accumulating within the components during conditions of flooding;
(F) New and replacement water supply systems shall be designed to minimize or eliminate infiltration of flood waters into the system;
(G) New and replacement sanitary sewage systems shall be designed to minimize or eliminate infiltration of flood waters into the system;
(H) On-site waste disposal systems shall be located and constructed to avoid impairment to them or contamination from them during flooding;
(I) Any alteration, repair, reconstruction or improvements to a structure that is in compliance with the provisions of this chapter shall meet the requirements of “new construction” as contained in this chapter; and
(J) Any alteration, repair, reconstruction or improvement to a structure that is not in compliance with the provisions of this chapter, shall be undertaken only if said non-conformity is not further, extended, or replaced.
(Ord. 1-1993, passed 1-18-93; Am. Ord. 15-2009, passed 8-17-09) Penalty, see § 151.99