Ordinances-2002-256

10. Subdivisions (including factory-built home parks and subdivisions) shall be consistent with the need to minimize flood damages and shall have adequate drainage provided to reduce exposure to flood damage. Development associated with subdivision proposals (including the installation of public utilities) shall meet the applicable performance standards of this Ordinance. Subdivision proposals intended for residential use shall provide all lots with a means of access which will be passable by wheeled vehicles during the 100-year flood. Proposals for subdivisions greater than five (5) acres or fifty (50) lots (whichever is less) shall include 100-year flood elevation data for those areas located within the area of significant flood hazard. 11. Accessory Structures a Detached garages, sheds, and similar structures accessory to a residential use are exempt from the 100-year flood elevation requirements where the following criteria are satisfied. (1) The structure shall not be used for human habitation. (2) The structure shall be designed to have low flood damage potential. (3) The structure shall be constructed and placed on the building site so as to offer minimum resistance to the flow of floodwaters. (4) The structure shall be firmly anchored to prevent flotation, which may result in damage to other structures. (5) The structure's service facilities such as electrical and heating equipment shall be elevated or floodproofed to at least one foot above the 100-year flood level. b. Exemption from the 100-year flood elevation requirements for such a structure may result in increased premium rates for flood insurance coverage of the structure and its contents. 12. Recreational Vehicles a. Recreational vehicles are exempt from the requirements of Section III A5 of this Ordinance regarding anchoring and elevation of factory-built homes when the following criteria are satisfied. (1) The recreational vehicle shall be located on the site for less than 180 consecutive days, and, (2) The recreational vehicle must be fully licensed and ready for highway use. A recreational vehicle is ready for highway use if it is on its wheels or jacking system and is attached to the site only by quick disconnect type utilities and security devices and has no permanently attached additions.