Mandatory Purchase of Flood Insurance Requirement

Summary

Lauderdale County participates in the National Flood Insurance Program, which requires the purchase of flood insurance for buildings in Special Flood Hazard Areas. The program provides federally backed flood insurance for eligible buildings, and lenders are required to determine if a building is in a flood hazard area before making a loan. The county's participation in the program also provides a 10% reduction in flood insurance premiums for properties in Special Flood Hazard Areas.

Details

Contact

Cathy Lummus CFM/CRS Coordinator, 1300 26th Avenue, Meridian, MS 39301, Phone: 601.484.3992, Fax: 601.481.1974, Email: clummus@lauderdalecounty.org

Subject

Mandatory Purchase of Flood Insurance Requirement

Summary

Lauderdale County participates in the National Flood Insurance Program, which requires the purchase of flood insurance for buildings in Special Flood Hazard Areas. The program provides federally backed flood insurance for eligible buildings, and lenders are required to determine if a building is in a flood hazard area before making a loan. The county's participation in the program also provides a 10% reduction in flood insurance premiums for properties in Special Flood Hazard Areas.

Location

Lauderdale County, 1300 26th Avenue, Meridian, MS 39301

Notice Type

rule_change

Issuing Body

Lauderdale County