FEMA flood zone rules in Daytona Beach, FL — also called floodplain regulations or special flood hazard area (SFHA) rules — determine flood insurance requirements and elevation standards for new construction.
Daytona Beach has extensive FEMA flood zone coverage. FIRM maps were last updated in 2017 with effective dates from 2014, 2017, and 2018. Inland high-risk zones are A/AE designations; coastal zones with storm surge risk are VE. Flooding is the most frequent and costly natural hazard in the Volusia County area.
Every property in Volusia County is in a FEMA-designated flood zone, though risk levels vary. Special Flood Hazard Areas (SFHA) are in the 100-year floodplain. The city participates in FEMA's National Flood Insurance Program. Most significant map changes were along the Halifax River (2017) and the Nova Canal corridor (2014). LDC Section 6.15 governs floodplain management. Accessory structures used for parking or storage have specific floodplain requirements. Base Flood Elevations along the Halifax River decreased 1 to 2 feet in the 2017 update.
Building in flood zones without proper permits and elevation carries fines of $500–$5,000. Structures may be ordered removed or brought into compliance. NFIP violations can affect the community's flood insurance eligibility.
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