Learn more about construction in floodplains.
- Baltimore County Floodplain Ordinance — County Council Bill 6-24 , effective May 6, 2024 regarding all Baltimore County floodplain regulations. See Article 32, Title 8 of the Baltimore County Code.
- Declaration of Land Restriction—Form used to declare land restriction for certain structures in the floodplain. State of Maryland Land Instrument Intake Sheet . The form is used to record the Declaration of Land Restriction at the Circuit Court.
- Elevation Certificate Requirement—Use this form to acknowledge that two elevation certificates are required to be completed by a professional land surveyor before the building permit can be closed.
- Tidal Flood Zone Boundaries —This map shows the boundary between Zone AE (BFE 8.5) and Zone AE (BFE 7.7).
- Elevation Certificate Form
- Floodplain Determination for Tank Anchoring and Owner's Floodplain Certification—Form used to determine the anchoring of fuel tanks located in a tidal floodplain and to certify that a property owner does not live in a floodplain.
- Frequently Asked Questions—If you are building or renovating in a waterfront or stream area, the floodplain regulations can be confusing. Here are some of the questions frequently asked and their answers.