Floodplain Management in Illinois - Illinois Department of Natural ...
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Accessory Structures<br />
Not habitable<br />
Anchored<br />
Flood open<strong>in</strong>gs/vents<br />
Limited <strong>in</strong>vestment value (less than $5,000)<br />
Less than 500 square feet<br />
BFE<br />
Built <strong>of</strong> flood resistant materials<br />
ELEVATED<br />
UTILITIES<br />
Elevated utilities<br />
Used only for storage or park<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Cannot be modified for different<br />
use <strong>in</strong> the future<br />
Document floor elevation<br />
FLOOD OPENINGS<br />
Even small build<strong>in</strong>gs are “development” and permits or variances with noted conditions are required.<br />
They must be elevated or anchored and built to withstand flood damage.<br />
Caution! Remember, everyth<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong>side is likely to get wet when flood<strong>in</strong>g occurs.<br />
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