New Albany, OH · Franklin County
Floodplain Permit Application
This application is for applicants proposing development in a floodplain who need the city to review the project before work begins.
What this form is
Applicants use this form to request review of proposed structural development or other activities, such as grading, filling, drainage work, or watercourse alteration. No work may start until a permit is issued. The form asks for applicant and project details, a description of the work, and supporting information; the Local Administrator identifies any additional documents needed before processing.
Who needs it
Applicants proposing development covered by this form should submit it to the Local Administrator before starting work.
How to submit it
After completing the application, submit it to the Local Administrator for review at 7815 Walton Parkway, New Albany, Ohio 43054; the form also lists a mailing address of 99 West Main Street, P.O. Box 188, New Albany, Ohio 43054.
About notarization
This application is signed and dated without a notary; required professional certifications for floodproofing or as-built elevations are attachments, not notarizations.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Floodplain Permit Application to request review of proposed development.
- 2
Complete The Applicant Section
Provide contact details, identify the project location, describe the work, and sign and date the application.
- 3
Gather Required Attachments
Check with the Local Administrator about supporting documents required before the application can be processed.
- 4
Submit To The Local Administrator
Send or deliver the completed form to the Local Administrator using the department or mailing address printed on the application.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Floodplain Permit Application for?
- It lets applicants request review of proposed development, including structures and activities such as grading, filling, or drainage improvements.
- Do I need a notary for the Floodplain Permit Application?
- No. Sign and date the application without a notary. Required professional certifications for floodproofing or as-built elevations are attachments, not notarizations.
- How do I submit the Floodplain Permit Application?
- Submit the completed form to the Local Administrator for review at 7815 Walton Parkway, New Albany, Ohio 43054, or use the mailing address printed on the form.
- What supporting information may be required?
- The Local Administrator identifies documents needed before processing. These may include scaled plans, elevation information, floodproofing certifications, or details about watercourse changes.