Showing ordinances that apply to White Lake, NY
White Lake is an unincorporated community (population 121) in Oneida County, New York. Because White Lake is not an incorporated city, it does not have its own municipal code. Instead, Oneida County ordinances apply directly to properties here. The flood zones rules below are the ones that govern your area.
Mohawk River and tributaries create significant flood risk across Oneida County, particularly in Utica, Rome, Whitesboro, Yorkville, and Oriskany. FEMA SFHA properties require flood insurance for federally-backed mortgages. NY State Floodplain Management law (6 NYCRR Part 502) applies.
The Mohawk River flows through central Oneida County and has historically caused major flooding, including 2013 and 2019 events. Sauquoit Creek and Nail Creek also pose flood risks in Utica area. All participating municipalities enforce FEMA-compliant floodplain ordinances requiring lowest floor elevation 2 ft above base flood elevation (NY freeboard standard).
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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