§ 11-15. Standards for B, C, and X zones (shaded/unshaded).

These areas are considered to be low to moderate risk flood zones and are located outside the community's delineated special flood hazard area and include the following:

(1)

Areas outside the one (1) percent chance flood zone, but within the 0.2 percent chance flood zone, as determined by a detailed study;

(2)

Areas outside the 0.2 percent chance flood zone as determined by a detailed study, and;

(3)

Areas that have not yet been studied.

The community reserves the right to require further studies for any development within its jurisdiction, if there is evidence that a potential flood hazard exists. Studies can be used to designate community flood hazard areas. Such evidence may include but shall not be limited to:

(1)

Eyewitness reports of historic flooding or other reports of historic flooding deemed credible by the community;

(2)

Geologic features observed that resemble floodplains (such as flat areas along streams);

(3)

Proximity to manmade or natural constructions such as road crossings that can cause backwater effects; and

(4)

Drainage basin characteristics such as drainage area, slope, percent impervious cover, land use, etc.

(Ord. of 2-2-10(1), § 2)