Guide to the FEMA Elevation Certificate V2

The Elevation Certificate is an important administrative tool of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). It is to be used to provide elevation information necessary to ensure compliance with community floodplain management ordinances, to determine the proper insurance premium rate, and to support a request for a Letter of Map Amendment or Revision (LOMA or LOMR-F). This interactive online course will provide a comprehensive overview of the FEMA elevation certificate and instructions for how to complete one. You will get the information you need and you will have opportunities to practice filling in samples.

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Course Details

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:

  • Explain where to find information for correct data on the certificate
  • Describe the uses of the elevation certificate and its role in LOMA and LOMR-F
  • Recognize the building diagrams and examples of each
  • Complete an elevation certificate

Specs

Course Level Intermediate
Languages English
Compatibility MobileReady, Responsive

Bill Tingle, P.G., CFM, CPESC

Author

Mr. Tingle is a Professional Geologist and a Certified Floodplain Manager. He holds Bachelors and Masters Degrees in Geography and Earth Sciences. He has 15 years experience in floodplain management at the local government level and is the Chairman of the North Carolina Association of Floodplain Managers. Bill has worked closely with FEMA staff on various floodplain issues and is a member of the Association of State Floodplain Managers where he serves on a variety of committees. He has authored numerous papers on floodplain management.

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