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Protect Your Home - Build Responsibly
Build Responsibly
Whether you are newly constructing or altering a structure within a flood designated area, it is important for life safety purposes to meet and follow all the required codes and regulations. Follow the links below for code requirements, technical bulletins and guidelines on achieving a safe construction design when located in a regulated floodplain.
CA Building Standards Commission
Building Science Publications: Flood & Wind
CA Department of Water Resources – Flood Management
City of Visalia Floodplain Management Regulations Chapter 15.60
Permits
Typically, most alterations, modifications and new construction require a building permit. Any construction in regulated flood designated areas should be carefully considered due to the additional hazard of flooding. Contact the City’s Building Safety Division for help understanding requirements and regulations that could affect your project.