Livonia, NY · Livingston County

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Floodplain Development Permit Application

This application is for applicants proposing development in a floodplain who must provide project details for review by the Local Administrator.

What this form is

Applicants complete Sections 1 and 2 with contact information, project location, proposed work, and estimated cost, then submit the application to the Local Administrator. The Local Administrator determines whether the project is in a Special Flood Hazard Area and identifies supporting materials needed for processing. The form also includes permit decisions, as-built elevation information, inspections, and the Certificate of Compliance.

Who needs it

Applicants proposing structural or other development activities covered by the application should complete it and submit it to the Local Administrator.

How to submit it

Complete Sections 1 and 2, then submit the form to the Local Administrator for review. The form says it must be filled out in duplicate.

About notarization

This application is signed and dated without a notary; if required, a registered engineer or licensed land surveyor completes or certifies the as-built elevation information.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The Application

    Download the Floodplain Development Permit Application for Livonia.

  2. 2

    Complete Applicant Sections

    Read and sign Section 1, then complete Section 2 with applicant, project location, proposed work, and estimated cost information.

  3. 3

    Gather Required Attachments

    Check with the Local Administrator about supporting documents required for processing, such as a site plan or development plans.

  4. 4

    Submit To The Local Administrator

    Submit the completed application in duplicate to the Local Administrator for review.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Floodplain Development Permit Application?
No. The application asks the applicant to sign and date it without a notary. If required, a registered engineer or licensed land surveyor completes or certifies the as-built elevation information.
How do I submit the Floodplain Development Permit Application?
Complete Sections 1 and 2 and submit the application to the Local Administrator for review. The form says to fill it out in duplicate.
What information does the application ask for?
It asks for applicant and project details, including the project location, description of proposed work, and estimated cost. The Local Administrator completes the floodplain determination and permit decision sections.
What supporting documents may be required?
The Local Administrator checks which materials are needed, such as a site plan, development plans and specifications, or plans showing watercourse relocation or landform alterations.

Need something notarized?

This Floodplain Development Permit Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Livonia form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.