Brevard, NC · Transylvania County
Elevation Certificate And Instructions
This FEMA form records building and flood-map information and elevation measurements for property owners, authorized representatives, surveyors, engineers, architects, and community officials.
What this form is
The Elevation Certificate documents building elevations for floodplain management, flood insurance rating, and, in some cases, a request for a Letter of Map Amendment or Letter of Map Revision based on fill. The instructions explain who may complete each section and when a survey is required. It asks for property and flood-map details, building measurements, photographs when used to obtain flood insurance, and required certifications.
Who needs it
Property owners, authorized representatives, qualified elevation certifiers, or community officials may complete applicable sections for floodplain documentation or insurance purposes.
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 certificate has no notary block; the required certifiers sign and date it, and the instructions do not identify a notarized attachment.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Certificate
Download the Elevation Certificate and its instructions.
- 2
Complete Applicable Sections
Enter the requested property, flood-map, and building information in the sections that apply.
- 3
Gather Required Attachments
Include required photographs when using the certificate to obtain flood insurance, and attach supporting materials where applicable.
- 4
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 is the Brevard Elevation Certificate used for?
- The certificate documents building elevations for floodplain management, flood insurance rating, and support for certain requests to amend or revise a flood map.
- Who completes the Elevation Certificate?
- A property owner or authorized representative may complete some sections. A land surveyor, engineer, or architect authorized to certify elevation information completes required survey sections; authorized community officials may also complete applicable sections.
- Do I need a notary for the Elevation Certificate?
- No. This certificate has no notary block; required certifiers sign and date it, and the instructions do not identify a notarized attachment.
- How do I submit the Elevation Certificate?
- Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
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