Washington Township is a participating community in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). As such, the Township agrees to abide by federal rules and regulations designed to protect the community from some effects of flooding.
Several areas within the Township are located within federally recognized floodplains and are subject to restrictions on development and use. In return for our participation in this program, property owners are eligible to obtain flood insurance from the federal government (typically issued through an independent insurance broker).
Since the Township participates in the NFIP, we are required to govern regulations regarding development in floodplain areas. Ordinance 2014-1 identifies what restrictions apply when developing within a floodplain.
Please check before beginning any work in a floodplain or near any waterways such as creeks and streams. If your project does involve development in the floodplain, a permit application must be submitted to the Township office.
Ordinance 2021-02 Floodplain
