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1. Who determines (or has determined) that my property is in a flood zone?

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) determines whether properties are within or outside of a flood zone. For more information, visit the FEMA website.

2. What does (or will) it mean to me if my property is within a flood zone?

If a property is within a flood zone, you may be required to purchase flood insurance when buying, building or improving structures on that property. Additionally any building or improvement of structures will be subject to special requirements, depending on the exact nature of the project. You should call or visit the Planning and Development office before undertaking any building project if you think your property is in a flood zone.

3. Where can I view the Flood Hazard Maps?

You can view the Flood Hazard Maps at the Town Hall:
Planning and Development Office
301 Brooklea Drive
Fayetteville, NY 13066

4. What if I disagree that I am in the flood zone?

The Town of Manlius does not have the authority to remove, or help you remove your property from a flood zone. To have your property removed from the flood zone, you must go to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). FEMA can be contacted at 877-FEMA MAP, or by visiting the FEMA Flood Hazard Mapping website.

5. What is the Town of Manlius role in the Flood Hazard Mapping Program?

The Town of Manlius administers the Flood Hazard Mapping Program. The Town can help you locate your property on the flood zone maps; however, we need a survey of the property in order to make this determination. If your property has been found to be in the flood zone by FEMA, even if the Town of Manlius determines that it is outside the flood zone, you must go to FEMA to be removed. FEMA will not remove you from the flood zone based on the fact it is the Town of Manlius's opinion that your property is outside the flood zone. You must provide the documentation that FEMA requests to be removed.