FAQ

• Do I need a permit to build a dam?
• Where is my permit?
• How much does it cost to get a dam permit?
• Do levees require a permit?
• I want to build a house in the floodplain. Are there special guidelines for building next to the creek?

  Cities and counties may have special zoning requirements for building in the floodplain, as well as permit requirements from the Division of Water Resources.  Contact your local authorities for more information.  Details about floodplain management are online at the Floodplain section of this website.