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Read. Follow. Verify.Update to Cutler Bay Flood Protection and Building Rules
Record date · May 15, 2019
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What This Bill Does
The Town of Cutler Bay is replacing its existing flood regulations with a new set of rules. This ordinance adopts updated , appoints a specific official to manage floodplain issues, and sets new development standards that align with the Florida Building Code.
Property owners and developers in Cutler Bay must now follow updated and new construction criteria when planning or modifying structures in designated flood zones.
Who It Affects
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Property owners in flood zones
They must comply with new development criteria and updated flood hazard maps for any future construction.
Developers and contractors
They are required to follow new technical amendments to the Florida Building Code and town-specific flood procedures.
Floodplain Administrator
This individual or office is newly designated to oversee and enforce the updated flood regulations.
Key Facts
- Repeals and replaces Chapter 18 of the Town Code of Ordinances regarding floods.
- Adopts new official flood hazard maps for the town.
- Designates a specific Floodplain Administrator to oversee compliance.
- Establishes new procedures and criteria for development within flood hazard areas.
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- Incorporates technical amendments to the Florida Building Code as it applies to the town.
- Includes a severability clause, ensuring the ordinance remains in effect if specific parts are found invalid.
- Includes a conflict clause to resolve inconsistencies with existing town regulations.
- The ordinance was introduced on April 10, 2019, and is currently in its second reading.
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Centralization of Flood Oversight
The ordinance shifts from general code enforcement to the designation of a specific Floodplain Administrator, indicating a more centralized approach to flood management.
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Analysis Score
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