South Hampton currently participates in FEMA’s National Flood Insurance Program. This gives residents the opportunity to purchase flood damage coverage, which is not typically included in homeowners insurance. To remain eligible for the program, participating towns must routinely revise applicable zoning ordinances to conform to national standards. This warrant article represents compulsory changes to our Flood Plain District zoning ordinance (Article XIX) to meet these standards and continue participating in the program. Though FEMA is in the process of updating the flood risk maps, acceptance of new maps is not included in this warrant article. The Board of Selectmen and Planning Board unanimously support passage of this warrant article.
