Elevation Certificates

Elevation Certificates

Certificates of Elevation and Finished Floor Elevation Surveys are required for all new construction. An existing building must meet the same construction standards as a new building if the cost for each new addition, and/or substantial renovation to a residential property during a 5-year period equals or exceeds 50% of the building market value.  These certificates are necessary to be in compliance with floodplain management ordinances and to determine proper insurance premium rates by the FEMA.

Copies of elevation certificates that have been submitted to the Town since 1994 are available from the Building Department at Town Hall.