Ilwaco, WA · Pacific County
Floodplain Permit Guidelines
Ilwaco’s floodplain permit guidelines include a supplemental form for applicants seeking approval for development in a special flood hazard area.
What this form is
The guidelines explain that a floodplain permit is required before construction or development begins in a special flood hazard area, including work involving structures, grading, or fill. Applicants complete the supplemental form and submit it with the Master Planning Permit Application, plans, vicinity map, other required materials, and application fees. The form asks about the proposed work, flood elevations, permits, and applicable construction details.
Who needs it
Property owners or applicants proposing construction or other development in an area of special flood hazard must obtain a floodplain permit before work begins.
How to submit it
Submit the application, related materials, and application fees to the city clerk/treasurer, who forwards them to the city planner. The document refers applicants to Ilwaco’s Fee Schedule for fees.
About notarization
This document has no notary block; its text does not specify a signature or date requirement, and it mentions no notarized attachment or related step.
How to submit this form
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Download The Guidelines
Download the Floodplain Permit Guidelines and supplemental form.
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Complete The Supplemental Form
Describe the proposed work and complete the sections that apply to the project.
- 3
Gather Required Materials
Include the Master Planning Permit Application, two copies of plans and a vicinity map, other listed materials, and application fees.
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Submit To The City
Submit the application and related materials to the city clerk/treasurer for forwarding to the city planner.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Floodplain Permit Guidelines?
- No. The document has no notary block and mentions no notarized attachment or related step; it does not specify a signature or date requirement.
- How do I submit the floodplain permit materials?
- Submit the application, related materials, and application fees to the city clerk/treasurer. The clerk/treasurer forwards the items to the city planner.
- When is a floodplain permit required?
- The guidelines say to obtain a permit before construction or development begins in an area of special flood hazard shown on the Flood Insurance Rate Map.
- What materials are listed for submission?
- The checklist lists the Master Planning Permit Application, Floodplain Permit Supplemental Form, two copies of plans and a vicinity map, required project details, and application fees.