The areas considered to be floodplain may be revised or modified
by the Borough Council where studies or information provided by a
qualified agency or person documents the need or possibility for such
revisions. However, prior to any such change, approval must be obtained
from the FEMA. Additionally, as soon as practicable, but not later
than six months after the date such information becomes available,
a community shall notify the FEMA of the changes by submitting technical
or scientific data. No modification or revision of any floodplain
area identified in the FIS prepared by FEMA shall be made without
prior approval from FEMA.
Should a dispute arise concerning the identification of any
floodplain area, the final determination shall be made by the Borough
Council, with the prior approval of FEMA. The burden of proof shall
be on the appellant.