Flood Plain Certificates (Harris County As-Built, FEMA V-Zone)
Building within a FEMA-designated flood zone requires careful planning, precise elevation data, and accurate documentation to ensure compliance and insurability. At Norex Engineering, we specialize in preparing and certifying Flood Plain Certificates, including Harris County As-Built Certificates and FEMA V-Zone Elevation Certificates.
We assess whether these systems are functioning as intended, identify any deviations or deficiencies, and provide recommendations to bring the site into compliance. Our inspections support both initial construction approvals and post-storm evaluations where flooding or water retention concerns may arise.
Our floodplain certification services support:
New construction within 100-year floodplains
Coastal high hazard areas (V-Zones)
Additions or improvements in flood-prone areas
Post-construction elevation verification
Flood insurance rate determinations (NFIP)
These certificates are often required for:
Final inspections and occupancy permits
Securing flood insurance through the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP)
Proving compliance with county or municipal floodplain development rules
We provide:
Site surveys and elevation benchmarking
Finished construction “as-built” verification
FEMA Elevation Certificates (ECs) and Letters of Map Amendment (LOMA) support
Harris County Floodplain Management documentation and compliance coordination
Certification of breakaway walls and flood-resistant construction methods (for V-Zones)
With Norex Engineering, you’ll have a qualified engineering team ensuring that your project is safe, compliant, and well-documented for both regulatory and insurance purposes.