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​​​​​​Palm Beach County Residents

​​​Update on Flood Zones​​

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Important Flood Map Update

​​Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has released updated flood zone maps. Consequently, thousands of more Palm Beach County residents have been added to high-risk flood zones (aka Special Flood High Hazard Areas) in the eastern region.

​​The pending maps become effective December 20, 2024 requiring Palm Beach County property owners immediate attention! To find your flood zone, click here or above.

​Property owners required to have a new flood insurance policy are encouraged to obtain them as soon as possible.

​Anyone with an existing National Flood Insurance​ Program (NFIP) policy is urged to maintain their current policy. For additional information, visit FEMA.gov.​​​​​

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Affected Areas

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More than 16,000 parcels will have an increase in Base Flood Elevation (BFE) of one foot or more. The increase in BFE may result in non-conforming structures that have the lowest floor below the BFE or minimum elevation required for a substantial improvement (SI). For residents in Unincorporated Palm Beach County, staff can provide SI determinations and technical assistance prior to major renovations.​​​​​​​​
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Call your insurance agent or call FEMA Insurance Exchange at 1-877-336-2627 to find an agent to protect your property.


All County residents reside in a flood zone and are encouraged to obtain flood insurance.

Windstorm insurance does not cover flood damage.
Upcoming Public Outreach
Open House Events

Representatives from various agencies will be present to provide important information ​concerning flood zones, mandated insurance, pending deadlines and more.

Palm Beach County
Municipalities​
FEMA
Insurance Industry

Boynton Beach
September 11, 2024
Wednesday
5:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Boynton Beach Police
Dept. - Community Rm.
 2100 High Ridge Road Boynton Beach

The following municipalities will have representatives in attendance:
  • Boca Raton
  • Boynton Beach
  • Briny Breezes
  • Delray Beach
  • Highland Beach
  • Hypoluxo
  • Ocean Ridge
  • South Palm Beach
  • Unincorporated PBC
West Palm Beach
September 14, 2024
Saturday
10:00 am to 1:00 pm

Howard Park
Community C​​enter
1302 Parker Avenue
West Palm Beach

The following municipalities will have representatives in attendance:
  • Lake Worth Beach
  • Lantana
  • Manalapan
  • West Palm Beach
  • Palm Beach
  • Unincorporated PBC
Jupiter
September 26, 2024
Thursday
5:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Jupiter Community
Center - Auditorium
200 Military Trail
Jupiter

The following municipalities will have representatives in attendance:
  • Boca Raton
  • Boynton Beach
  • Briny Breezes
  • Delray Beach
  • Highland Beach
  • Hypoluxo
  • Ocean Ridge
  • South Palm Beach
  • Unincorporated PBC
Coming Soon
Western Community Outreach Event - Details to Follow
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Affected Areas
Click below to contact​ municipality
Municipal residents should defer to their municipal floodplain or town/city manager.
Did You Know?
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  • Low risk doesn't mean no risk! Every property in PBC is in a flood zone
  • Floods are our nation's most common disaster.
  • 40% of all federal insurance claims occur outside a high-risk area.
  • Just one inch of water in your home can cause $25,000 in property damage.
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Good News!

National Insurance Program(NFIP)

25% Flood Insurance Discount

As a result of the county's activities in the Community Rating System (CRS) discount program, unincorporated property owners recieve a 25% discount on flood insurance.

This discount varies by community.
This program rewards floodplain management practices that exceed the minimum national floodplain program requirements.
How Palm Beach County can help...
  • For properties in unincorporated PBC, if you have drainage problems on your property or considering improvements, county staff can offer property protection advice or provide a site visit. Call the PBC Flood Zone Request Line at 561-233-5374 or email floodzone@pbc.gov.
  • Flood protection measures may require a building permit and and certain measures may not be appropriate for your building, so please call the Building Division at 561-233-5374 or email floodzone@pbc.gov before making any improvements.​
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Flood Talk with County Experts
(Click image to watch video)
Flood Maps Show

‭(Hidden)‬ PBC TV Channel 20

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Program Scheduled Air Times:​


  • Friday, 08.23.2024 – 10:30 p.m.
  • Saturday, 08.24.2024 – 1:30 p.m.
  • Monday, 08.26.2024 – 9:30 p.m.
  • Tuesday, 08.27.2024 – 8:00 p.m.
  • Wednesday, 08.28.2024 – 1:30 p.m.
  • Thursday, 08.29.2024 – 6:00 p.m.
  • Saturday, 08.31.2024 – 1:30 p.m.​