Brevard, NC · Transylvania County
Elevation Certificate
This National Flood Insurance Program form documents a building’s elevation for floodplain management, insurance rating, or a map amendment request.
What this form is
The Elevation Certificate records building and property details, flood map information, and building elevations. It is required to properly rate certain post-FIRM buildings in listed flood zones and helps the community document compliance with its floodplain management ordinance. A surveyor, engineer, or architect certifies elevation information when required; the certificate may also support a Letter of Map Amendment or map revision request.
Who needs it
Owners or representatives and authorized community officials may complete applicable sections, while a qualified surveyor, engineer, or architect certifies elevations when required.
How to submit it
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
About notarization
This document is signed without a notary; the property owner or representative, qualified certifier, or community official signs and dates the applicable section.
How to submit this form
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Download The Certificate
Download the Elevation Certificate and read the instructions included with the form.
- 2
Complete Applicable Sections
Enter the property, flood map, and elevation information required for the building and its flood zone.
- 3
Gather Supporting Materials
Attach a property map or sketch if needed; include at least two building photographs when using the certificate to obtain flood insurance.
- 4
Obtain Required Certification
Have a qualified surveyor, engineer, or architect certify elevations when required; applicable owners or community officials sign their sections.
- 5
Submit To The City
Submit the completed certificate to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Frequently asked questions
- What does the Elevation Certificate document?
- It records property, flood map, and building elevation information for floodplain management, flood insurance rating, or support of a map amendment or revision request.
- Who completes the Elevation Certificate?
- Owners or their representatives and authorized community officials may complete applicable sections. A land surveyor, engineer, or architect certifies elevations when required.
- Do I need a notary for the Elevation Certificate?
- No. The document has signature and date fields but no notary block; the applicable signer signs and dates the form.
- How do I submit the Elevation Certificate?
- The document does not give a submission address or department. Submit it to the city department named on the form and check the city website for current contact details.
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This Elevation Certificate doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Brevard form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.