Definition: high-risk flood zone (Applicable to Article VI - Chapter 4)
The “high-risk flood zone” is the area, as indicated on the flood maps , that has a one percent chance of flooding in a given year.
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Definition: high-risk flood zone
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Definition: high-risk flood zone
Definition: high-risk flood zone is a defined term in the New York City Zoning Resolution glossary (§12-10). It is referenced in 0 ZR sections.
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What does "Definition: high-risk flood zone" mean in NYC zoning?
"Definition: high-risk flood zone" is a term defined in §12-10 of the New York City Zoning Resolution glossary. Definition: high-risk flood zone (Applicable to Article VI - Chapter 4) The “high-risk flood zone” is the area, as indicated on the flood maps , that has a one percent chance of flooding in a given year.
Where is "Definition: high-risk flood zone" used in the NYC Zoning Resolution?
The term "Definition: high-risk flood zone" is referenced in 0 sections of the NYC Zoning Resolution. Every section that uses this term must be read in light of the §12-10 definition.
Is "Definition: high-risk flood zone" an official NYC zoning term?
Yes. "Definition: high-risk flood zone" is an officially-defined term in §12-10 of the NYC Zoning Resolution maintained by the NYC Department of City Planning. The authoritative source is zr.planning.nyc.gov.
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