Article III. Flood Hazard Reduction – General Standards
16.15.200 Flood hazard reduction – Anchoring.
In all areas of special flood hazard, the following standards for anchoring shall be complied with:
(1) All new construction and substantial improvements shall be anchored to prevent flotation, collapse, or lateral movement of the structure resulting from hydrodynamic and hydrostatic loads, including the effects of buoyancy.
(2) All manufactured homes must likewise be anchored to prevent flotation, collapse, or lateral movement and, in addition, shall be installed using methods and practices that minimize flood damage. Anchoring methods may include, but are not limited to, over-the-top or frame ties to ground anchors and additional techniques referred to in the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s “Manufactured Home Installation in Flood Hazard Areas” guidebook. (Ord. 12-20 § 2 (Exh. A); Ord. 06-17 § 3 (Exh. A); Ord. 100-98 § 1)