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Newport News Interim Local Resilience Plan
Floodsmart.gov
CFPF Resilience Plan Element Document’s Relationship to CFPF Resilience Plan Element
3 Social Equity The information provided on flood insurance and the costs of flooding addresses the flood resilience needs of all
populations in the community, regardless of socioeconomics.
4 Citywide Flooding /Repetitive The information can be applied citywide.
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9 Best Science & Mapping The information on this website uses the best science available and uses updated flood maps.
Floodsmart.gov is a website run by FEMA which has a myriad of resources related to flood insurance, the cost of floods, and proper flood preparation. This
website is a helpful reference for the City and property owners within the City to understand flood insurance better and the costs associated with it.
Newport News Chapter 37.1 Stormwater Ordinance
CFPF Resilience Plan Element Document’s Relationship to CFPF Resilience Plan Element
2 Nature Based The ordinance, through the Virginia Runoff Reduction Method, incentivizes the use of techniques that maximize infiltration
of stormwater as opposed to structural controls.
3 Social Equity The ordinance is enforced and is applicable citywide.
4 Flooding / Repetitive Loss The ordinance is enforced and is applicable citywide.
8 Regional Coordination & The ordinance outlines responsible parties for implementing and enforcing the programs and requirements laid out in the
Schedule ordinance, including protocols for communication and coordination between responsible parties.
9 Best Science & Mapping The ordinance relies on the best science available and updated maps.
Chapter 37.1 of the Newport News Code of Ordinances outlines the aspects of the City's stormwater management program. It gives the City the legal authority to
implement all aspects of the program, including imposing a stormwater management service charge to property owners. Ensuring the stormwater management
program is adequately funded allows the City to perform the necessary functions to follow permit conditions, protect water quality, and protect property and
infrastructure from flooding.
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