CFM CFM Floodplain Development & Permitting 2

Question 1

A Letter of Map Amendment (LOMA) is used to remove a property from the SFHA when the property's lowest adjacent grade is:

Accepted Answer

At or above the BFE based on natural ground

Answer

A LOMA amends the FIRM to remove a property naturally situated at or above the BFE that was inadvertently included in the SFHA.

Question 2

What distinguishes a Letter of Map Revision Based on Fill (LOMR-F) from a LOMA?

Accepted Answer

A LOMR-F addresses properties elevated by fill; a LOMA addresses naturally elevated properties

Answer

A LOMR-F is used when a property has been elevated above the BFE through the placement of fill, while a LOMA applies to land that is naturally above the BFE.

Question 3

Which zone designation on a FIRM indicates a coastal high-hazard area subject to wave action?

Accepted Answer

Zone VE

Answer

Zone VE designates coastal high-hazard areas where wave heights of 3 feet or more can occur, requiring more stringent construction standards than Zone AE.

Question 4

In Zone AO, the required lowest floor elevation for new residential construction is:

Accepted Answer

At or above the depth number shown on the FIRM above the highest adjacent grade

Answer

In Zone AO, new residential structures must have the lowest floor elevated at or above the designated flood depth above the highest adjacent grade.

Question 5

A 'substantial damage' determination triggers which requirement for the affected structure?

Accepted Answer

Compliance with current floodplain management regulations upon repair

Answer

A substantially damaged structure must be brought into full compliance with current floodplain management standards before it can be repaired or rebuilt.

CFM - Certified Floodplain Manager Practice Test

CFM - Certified Floodplain Manager Practice Test

CFM CFM Floodplain Development & Permitting 2