Assisting Local Governments and Developers
In areas which have historically been affected by flooding, municipalities must implement zoning and land use regulations which are consistent with FEMA's flood plain management rules. If a municipality fails to do so, it may not be eligible for federal disaster assistance in the event that a flood does occur.
FEMA Law Associates is a firm that helps municipal governments, developers and landowners comply with the flood plain management regulations set forth by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). We also assist clients with floodplain management or floodplain mapping disputes.
Contact us for a consultation about your situation. Achieving compliance before a flood happens could help you prevent millions of dollars in losses in the future.
Overcoming the Challenges Facing Governments and Landowners
Local governments, developers and landowners face many challenges in achieving compliance with FEMA flood plain management rules.
FEMA has issued general guidelines, spread out through many different manuals and documents. In addition, in response to specific inquiries by municipalities, they may have issued one or more advisory letters. But these letters may be difficult to find in the agency's archives and contain ambiguities or even outright contradictions.
FEMA Law Associates understands FEMA rules regarding flood plain management issues and how the agency interprets them. We can provide guidance to your organization regarding compliance. Our firm can also seek to obtain clarification by FEMA of the applicability of its rules to your specific circumstances.
Experienced FEMA Attorney
Our principal, Ernest B. Abbott, is a nationally recognized authority on FEMA compliance issues. As General Counsel for FEMA, he help create or interpret many of the rules and regulations of the agency. Mr. Abbott now uses his knowledge and experience to assist municipalities, developers and landowners in FEMA flood plain management matters.
FEMA Law Associates is your source for guidance and advisory services regarding all FEMA regulatory matters.
Contact a Lawyer
For more information about complying with FEMA flood plain regulations, contact our firm.
Though our office is located in Washington, D.C., we proudly represent clients nationwide.
