Flood Plain Program

Summary

Lorain County participates in the National Flood Insurance Program. Anyone seeking permission to commence any ground disturbing activities in a 100-year Flood Zone, must apply for a permit through the Lorain County Community Development Department. 

Flood Plain Documents

  1. Developing Land within the 100 Year Floodplain - Brochure (PDF)
  2. Lorain County Special Flood Hazard Area Resolution
  3. No-Rise Certification
  4. SFHA Permit Application
  5. SFHA Permit Checklist