In addition to the general requirements of Article
IV, the requirements of this article apply to all development proposed in special flood hazard areas other than coastal high-hazard areas. These areas include Zones A, AE, and AO.
Accessory structures shall meet the requirements of these regulations.
Accessory structures that have a footprint of no more than 200 square
feet may be allowed without requiring elevation or floodproofing provided
such structures meet all of the following requirements:
A. Useable only for parking or limited storage;
B. Constructed with flood-damage-resistant materials below the base
flood elevation;
C. Constructed and placed to offer the minimum resistance to the flow
of floodwaters;
D. Firmly anchored to prevent flotation, collapse, and lateral movement;
E. Electrical service and mechanical equipment elevated to or above
the level of the base flood elevation plus 12 inches [SB 64 Recommended
Standard 7A; Require 12 inches of freeboard (height above minimum
elevation)]; and
F. Equipped with flood openings that meet the requirements of §
101-27B.
G. For guidance, see FEMA Technical Bulletin No. 7, Wet Floodproofing
Requirements.