If a proposed building site is in a flood prone area, it is recommended that all new construction and improvements be designed (or modified) to:
(A) Minimize flood damage within the flood prone area.
(B) Locate and construct all utilities and facilities, such as sewer, gas, electrical, and water systems, to minimize or eliminate flood damage.
(C) Provide adequate drainage to reduce exposure to flood hazard.
(D) Anchor any structure to prevent flotation, collapse, or lateral movement of the structure resulting from hydrodynamic and hydrostatic loads, including the effects of buoyancy.
(E) Incorporate materials and utility equipment resistant to flood damage.
(F) Use methods and practices that minimize flood damage.
(G) Incorporate electrical, heating, ventilation, plumbing, and air conditioning equipment and other service facilities that are designed and/or located so as to prevent water from entering or accumulating within the components during conditions of flooding.
(Ord. 481, passed 2-16-2021)