14-3-2: REGULATED FLOOD HAZARD AREAS:
This title applies to the regulated flood hazard areas within the jurisdiction of the city of Whitefish, which are identified by FEMA on the most recent "The Flood Insurance Study For Flathead County, Montana, And Incorporated Areas" and includes the most recent effective flood insurance rate maps. See section 14-8-2, appendix B, of this title for a list of the current effective FIS and FIRM panels with accompanying effective dates. The regulated flood hazard areas specifically described or illustrated in the above referenced studies and maps have been delineated, designated and established by order or determination by the DNRC pursuant to Montana Code Annotated 76-5-201. Permits are required for all proposed construction and other development within regulated flood hazard areas. Use allowances, design and construction requirements specifically outlined in this title vary by the specific floodplain areas, including areas identified as floodway and/or flood fringe within the regulated flood hazard area. (Ord. 15-16, 10-5-2015)