1 county-level rule, plus city-specific rules for 2 cities in Adams County, Colorado.
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Adams County participates in the FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and administers Flood Control Overlay regulations through Chapter 3 of the Adams County Development Standards. A Floodplain Use Permit is required for any development - including grading, fill, structures, and substantial improvements - within a Special Flood Hazard Area mapped on the FEMA FIRM. Colorado state rules at 2 CCR 408-1 require freeboard of 1 foot above base flood elevation for residential structures.
2 cities in Adams County have their own environmental rules rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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