City of Baltimore
Baltimore City Code

§ 2-5. Changes to District.

(a) When authorized.

The delineation of the Floodplain District and its subdistricts may be revised, amended, or modified by the City, in compliance with the requirements of the National Flood Insurance Program and the Maryland Department of the Environment, if:

(1) there are changes through natural or other causes to flood elevations and boundaries; or

(2) changes are indicated by detailed hydrologic and hydraulic information and studies.

(b) Notice of changes.

As soon as practicable, but not later than 6 months after changes become known, the Planning Department must notify the Federal Insurance Administrator of the changes by submitting technical and scientific data in accordance with 44 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 65.

(c) Required Federal and State approvals.

All changes are subject to the review and approval of the Federal Emergency Management Agency and the Maryland Department of the Environment.