FEMA flood zone rules in Marana, AZ — also called floodplain regulations or special flood hazard area (SFHA) rules — determine flood insurance requirements and elevation standards for new construction.
Marana LDC §17-15-10 governs flood hazard reduction. Pima County Regional Flood Control District and FEMA FIRMs apply. FEMA updated Pima County flood maps January 2026 (appeal through April 29, 2026). Santa Cruz River and Tortolita fan washes create significant local flood risk.
Marana's Land Development Code §17-15-10 (Provisions for Flood Hazard Reduction) implements NFIP requirements. Ordinance 2024.011 made amendments to floodplain provisions. The Pima County Regional Flood Control District maps local Special Study Floodplains in addition to FEMA FIRMs. FEMA released updated preliminary flood maps for Marana in January 2026 with a 90-day appeal period through April 29, 2026. Maps affect areas including Oro Valley - La Cholla Wash and Santa Cruz River tributaries. Manufactured homes may not be placed in a regulatory floodplain for more than 180 consecutive days without a Floodplain Use Permit.
Unauthorized floodplain development: stop-work order, removal, fines. Manufactured home violation: permit required.
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