Board of Supervisors February 23, 2021 Sheet 1 February 23, 2021 County of Greene, Virginia THE GREENE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MET ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY23, 2021, BEGINNING AT5:30P-M.BYZOOMVIDEO COMMUNICATION IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE ORDINANCE ADOPTED ON MARCH 24, 2020 TO PERMIT PUBLIC BODIES OF GREENE COUNTY TO ASSEMBLE ELECTRONICALLY, TO MODIFY PUBLIC MEETING AND PUBLIC PRACTICES AND PROCEDURES, TO EFFECTUATE TEMPORARY CHANGES IN CERTAIN DEADLINES, AND TO ADDRESS CONTINUITY OF OPERATIONS ASSOCIATED WITH THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC DISASTER Present were: Bill Martin, Chair Marie Durrer, Vice Chair Steve Bowman, Member Dale Herring, Member Davis Lamb, Member Staff present: Mark B. Taylor, County Administrator Kelley Kemp, Assistant County Attorney Patti Vogt, Deputy Clerk Jim Frydl, Director of Planning and Zoning Melissa Meador, Director of] Emergency Services Tracy Morris, Director ofl Finance RE: CLOSED MEETING Board approved the following: Meeting the following matter(s): Ms. Kemp read the proposed resolution for closed meeting. Upon motion by Davis Lamb, second by Marie Durrer and unanimous roll call vote, the WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors of Greene County desires to discuss in Closed Discussion, consideration of the performance of specific public officers, appointees, or Discussion or consideration ofthe acquisition ofreal property for aj public purpose, where discussion in an open meeting would adversely affect the bargaining position or negotiating Consultation with legal counsel pertaining to actual or probable litigation, where such consultation in open meeting would adversely affect the negotiating or litigating posture of the employees of any public body concerning the Board of Equalization. strategy oft the public body concerning aj public safety tower. public body concerning RSA case. Board of Supervisors February 23, 2021 Sheet 2 Consultation with legal counsel employed or retained by a public body regarding specific legal matters requiring the provision of legal advice by such counsel concerning an inheritance WHEREAS, pursuant to: $2.2-3711 (A)(1) (A)(3) (A)(7) and (A)(8) of the Code of NOW,THEREFORE, BEITI RESOLVED that thel Board ofSupervisors ofGreene County designated to the county. Virginia, such discussions may occur in Closed Meeting; does hereby authorize discussion oft the aforestated matters in Closed Meeting. Recorded vote: Bill Martin Marie Durrer Steve Bowman Dale Herring Davis Lamb Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Motion carried. RE: OPEN MEETING Board returned to open meeting. Recorded vote: Upon motion by Davis Lamb, second by Marie Durrer and unanimous roll call vote, the Bill Martin Marie Durrer Steve Bowman Dale Herring Davis Lamb Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Motion carried. By unanimous roll call vote, members certified that only public business matters lawfully exempted from the open meeting requirement and only such matters as identified by the motion to enteri into closed meeting were discussed. Recorded vote: Bill Martin Marie Durrer Steve Bowman Dale Herring Davis Lamb Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes RE: APPOINTMENT TO EQUALZATION BOARD Board of] Equalization for an additional full term. Upon motion by Davis Lamb, second by Marie Durrer and unanimous roll call vote, the Board recommended to the Circuit Court that Harold. Johnson be reappointed to the Greene County Recorded vote: Bill Martin Marie Durrer Steve Bowman Dale Herring Davis Lamb Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Motion carried. Board of Supervisors February 23, 2021 Sheet 3 RE: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE. AND MOMENT OF SILENCE ofGovernment Ordinance which allows for meetings to be held digitally. The Chair opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance followed by a moment of silence. Mr. Martin said the Board of Supervisors is operating under Greene County's Continuity RE: ADOPTION OF AGENDA Upon motion by Steve Bowman, second by Dalel Herring and unanimous roll call vote, the Board approved the agenda with the addition ofi item 10b - Resolution to authorize FiberLync to provide internet service in Greene County. Recorded vote: Bill Martin Marie Durrer Steve Bowman Dale Herring Davis Lamb Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Motion carried. RE: UPDATE ON COVID-19 Ms. Meador informed the Board that the Emergency Services Department passed its first inspection by the State Department ofEMS. An inspection is conducted every two years to ensure EMS agencies are in compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and their own departmental policies and procedures. Ms. Meador said the successful inspection today is directly related to Ms. Meador said there are 567,039 COVID cases in Virginia and 7,658 COVID related deaths. The Blue Ridge Health District reports 12,890 cases and 125 fatalities. Greene County has 986 COVID cases, 50 hospitalizations, and 6 COVID related deaths. The nursing home outbreak noted in January has been posted on the VDH website. The outbreak involved 80 individuals and there were 8 deaths. Those numbers are not included in the County's case count. There is a COVID testing clinic on Tuesday, March 9 at Emanual Christian Center. In Greene County, there are 4,696 individuals who have received their first dose of vaccine and 1,340 individuals who are fully vaccinated. Mr. Ryan McKay, Director of Policy and Planning and Incident Commander for COVID Operations for the Blue Ridge Health District, said there willl be EMS personnel who have strived for the very best from day one. weekly vaccination clinics in Greene from this point forward. RE: CARESACTUPDATE Mr. Taylor said he is hearing about the next round of CARES Act funds. There will be program changes in that projects or uses of funds will need to identified prior to receipt of funds. Progress on the EMS building site has been held up by the weather. The building should Information will be shared as it becomes available. be delivered in March. RE: MATTERS FROM THE PUBLIC None Board of Supervisors February 23, 2021 Sheet 4 RE: CONSENT AGENDA Upon motion by Steve Bowman, second by Mariel Durrer and unanimous roll call vote, the Board approved the following item on the consent agenda: minutes of the February 9, 2021 meeting Recorded vote: Bill Martin Marie Durrer Steve Bowman Dale Herring Davis Lamb Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Motion carried. RE: PUBLIC HEARING - MODIFICATOINS TO THE FLOOD INSURANCE STUDY, FLOOD INSURANCE RATE MAP AND AMEND FLOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT Mr. Frydl said the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP)is ai federal program managed by thel Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA). Components ofthe program are to provide flood insurance, to improve floodplain management, and to develop maps of flood hazard zones. The NFIP allows property owners inj participating communities tol buy insurance to protect against flood losses. Participating communities are required to establish management Mr. Frydl reviewed the Flood Insurance Study, the Flood Insurance Risk Map (FIRM), and The Planning Commission recommended adoption ofmodifications ofthel Flood Insurance Study (FIS), Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM), and amended floodplain management regulations provided in Article 13, Standards for Floodplain Districts (FP), of the Greene County Zoning The public hearing was opened for comments. The hearing was closed with no comments. Mr. Martin asked how many homes/structures: were impacted by these changes. Mr. Frydl said 331 structures were newly mapped in for a total of 360 structures overall. Mr. Martin asked what concerns were mentioned by citizens. Mr. Frydl said there was a significant number of questions and activity when the map review period was open. Most were individuals checking if their property wasi in a floodplain. There were a few people who asked how to appeal. Flood insurance is not mandatory but insurance companies or lenders can require it. Mr. Bowman recognized the Planning Commission and Planning staff for the extensive Upon motion by Steve Bowman, second by Marie Durrer and unanimous roll call vote, the Board, in accordance with the Greene County Zoning Ordinance, public necessity, convenience, general welfare, and good zoning practice, adopted ordinance revision OR#20-003, the Flood REGULATIONS (OR#20-003) regulations in order to reduce future flood damages. the Floodplain Management Ordinance. Ordinance (OR#20-003). work given this project. Insurance Study and the Flood Insurance Rate Map. (See. Attachment "A") Recorded vote: Bill Martin Marie Durrer Steve Bowman Dale Herring Davis Lamb Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Board of Supervisors February 23, 2021 Sheet 5 Motion carried. RE: RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE FIBERLYNC TO PROVIDE INTERNET SERVICE Mr. Frydl said there has been no interest by providers in expanding internet access in the area of Greene County between Madison County, Route 29, Route 33 and Orange County. The developer has been trying to find an internet provider for the Greene Landing Subdivision with no FiberLync, based in Orange County, is willing to extend its network across the county line Upon motion by Dale Herring, second by Marie Durrer and unanimous roll call vote, the Board approved the resolution authorizing FiberLync to provide internet services in Greene INGREENE COUNTY success. The development borders Greene and Orange. in order to provide broadband options for the homes in that area. County. (See Attachment "B") Recorded vote: Bill Martin Marie Durrer Steve Bowman Dale Herring Davis Lamb Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Motion carried. RE: DEFENSE. AFFAIRS COMMITTEE (DAC)UPDATE Mr. Alan Yost, Director of Economic Development and Tourism, spoke on the activities ofthel Defense Affairs Committee (DAC) and introduced COL Lettie. J. Bien (Ret, USA), Defense Affairs Program Manager. Mr. Yost has served on thel DACI Executive Committee for the last two years. It has brought Greene County attention to businesses who are. looking to locate ini the area. The purpose ofDAC is to foster economic vitality by strengthening the alliance of relationships COL Bien said there are 19,000 veterans in the region, 2,500 employees in defense industry, 2,300 employees at the Rivanna Station, and the economic impact for Greene County is Accomplishments over the last six months includes the establishment a Welcome/Reception Center for incoming, existing, and transitioning military personnel, local veterans, and families. Rivanna Station is not truly a base. The nation's three top military intelligence gathering agencies are quartered there, the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA), the National Ground Intelligence Center (NGIC), and the National Seospatal-meligence Agency (NGIA). They do not have all the things a base normally does. Looking to fill gaps for personnel. among entities. $8.3 million. Additional accomplishments include: Published resources list for federal, state, and local services; local discounts; etc. Established relationships with key players atl NGIC< DIA and Ft. Belvoir NGIC has been using the DAC location for in-processing Provided a "Welcome Packet" of community assets COL Bien spoke on program updates such as revising the DAC Action Plan to focus and expand on activities; identify military family challenges and engage community solutions; Board of Supervisors February 23, 2021 Sheet 6 workforce related activities; establish process for spouses/partners of military to find worthwhile Mr. Martin suggested COL Bien visit the local American Legion. COL Bien said employment during time int the region; and an economic impact study. American Legion Posts nationwide are: struggling and she will schedule a visit. RE: VDOT QUARTERLYI MEETING Mr. Adam Moore, VDOT Assistant Resident Engineer, reviewed the following projects in Greene County. Preliminary Engineering: Route 29/33 Intersection Improvements - Ad date November 2021 Route 670 Connector Road - Ad date November 2023 Route 638 Turkey Ridge Road Bridge Replacement - Ad date June 2023 Rural Rustic: Route 638 Turkey Ridge Road - scoping Route 624 Beazley Road state forces work to begin March 2021 Route 603 Bingham Mountain Road - scoping and environmental review Traffic Engineering: Route 628 Snow Mountain Road -speed study complete, signs have been installed Route 609 Fredericksburg Road through tractor trailer truck restriction - draft study Route 1001 Ford Avenue - sign plan complete - OM-3 object markers installed Route 810 Dyke Road - Virginia Scenic Byway - VDOT review ongoing Route 634 Bull Yearling Road -1 rural rustic speed study - inj progress complete, pending public notice period Traffic Engineering Under Review: Mr. Lamb askedifthere: are plans to install deceleration lanes at] Route 609, Fredericksburg Road, and Route 645, Moore Road. He noted stop signs have been replaced numerous times this year. Mr. Moore said Route 609 and Route 29 have been included in ai recent district wide study Mr. Herring noted the Board held a public hearing on the designation of Route 810 as a Scenic Byway. Mr. Moore said VDOT will also seek public comment and there are a couple different ways for that tol happen such as a public hearing or an open public comment period. Mr. Martin asked about the resurfacing of Ford Avenue this summer. Mr. Moore said forj potential safety improvements and staffi is waiting on results of that study. VDOT'spavement plan is available at virginiaroads.org. Mr. Moore continued withl his report. Analysis associated with the rezoning Land Use: Village at Terrace Greene; VDOTisreviewing: the second submission ofthe' Traffic Impact Access management exception granted for Sip-N-Toss site Board of Supervisors February 23, 2021 Sheet 7 Mr. Bowman said he was contacted by a group ofr residents on Mt. Olivet Road who wants tol know how they can get the road paved. Mr. Moore said a public hearing on the Six Year Plan for Secondary Roads will bel held soon and placement on that Plan would be the first step towards Sheriff Smith said he has had complaints about Amicus Road and Route 810 about potholes, soft shoulders, really high steep shoulders at the entrancei to' Twin Lakes, and the shoulder at thel bridgel has given way and narrowed thei road. He askedif"no littering" signs can bei installed. Mr. Moore said VDOT will partner with the County and law enforcement ift there is a program to The floor was opened for public comment. Mr. Frydl read an email received from Ms. Judy Pagter regarding Bull Yearling Road. (See Attachment "C") No additional comments were Mr. Moore said the Rural Rustic Road project on Bull Yearling Road is complete and a speed study is underway. When a legal speed limit is set, it must be appropriate for the entire road and not limited by a tight curve or two. Those are the places yellow advisory signs are used to get Mr. Moore said he willj pass along comments by SheriffSmith to VDOTmaintenance staff. Mr. Taylorreviewed: al listo ofCIP priorities compiled from submissions by Board members. getting improvements made. reduce littering. made. cars to slow down for tight curves and other hazardous areas. RE: CAPITALI IMPROVEMENT PLAN(CIP)] PRIORITIES Projects on the list include: Water Project/Water System -1 top priority Replace countywide phone system Community recreation center/pool 911 Radio System Emergency generators Equipment/Apparatus for fire and rescue Land for new elementary school Emergency Services Center/Public Safety BuildingTraining Facility Facilities expansion recommendations (Administration, Health Department) Facilities maintenance program = courthouse repairs, parking lot epatrs/mprovements Mr. Martin said all the projects are needs and it's never too early to look for al location for ai new school. Mr. Bowman felt this is a good step to allow a look at resources, in terms of grants and other opportunities to focus on these items. Mr. Lamb felt residents in Stanardsville will be happy tol hear they will finally have water pressure and repairs to the sewer system. RE: BOARDLIAISON REPORTS Mr. Bowman attended the Planning Commission meeting on February 17 which included awork session on the Comprehensive Plan. The School Board met February 10 to talk about changing student needs and will meet again tomorrow night, February 24, to adopt their budget. Mr. Herring said the Emergency Services Board met last Tuesday but did not have a quorum. The Broadband Committee met to review the current status of grants, providers, and to discuss next steps. Board of Supervisors February 23, 2021 Sheet 8 Committee. Saturday in April. Mr. Lamb attended meetings of the Social Services Board and the Ruckersville Area Mr. Martin said Greene Commons will host the first farmers market oft the year on the first RE: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR UPDATE Mr. Taylor thanked his team for a great job while he was under the weather and out ofthe office for a couple of days. He also thanked Tracy Morris and department directors fort their work on the budget during this challenging time and noted the recent reassessment of real property indicates ai robust increase in values. RE: MONTHLY REPORTS Mr. Martin commented on reports from the Economic Development and Tourism Department, Community Development, Parks and Recreation Department, and Solid Waste which all contained encouraging information. RE: OTHER ITEMS FROM BOARD MEMBERS None RE: ADJOURN Upon motion by Davis Lamb, second by Steve Bowman and unanimous roll call vote, the Board meeting was adjourned. The next meeting will be at 5:30 on March 9 with a budget work session at 4:30 p.m. A budget work session is scheduled for March 2 at 4:30 p.m. Recorded vote: Bill Martin Marie Durrer Steve Bowman Dale Herring Davis Lamb Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Motion carried. hhat Chair William Bryan R5 Mark B. Taylor, Clerk Greene County Board of Supervisors Greene County Board of Supervisors Board of Supervisors February 23, 2021 Attachmentopo.or AN ORDINANCE (0-2020-007): to adopt modifications of the Flood Insurance Study (FIS), Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM), and amended floodplain management: regulations provided in Article 13, Standards for Floodplain Districts (FP), oft the Greene County Zoning Ordinance (OR#20-003). As mandated by FEMA, once adopted, the FIS, FIRM, and the: zoning ordinance WHEREAS, The Federal Emergency Management Agency's basis fori initiating the mapping project is to incorporate newer topographic data that is now available, and WHEREAS, The County of Greene is a participant in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and as required by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), a locality shalla adopt modifications oft the Flood Insurance Study (FIS), Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM), and amended floodplain management regulations provided in Article 13, Standards for Floodplain Districts (FP), of the Greene County Zoning Ordinance (OR#20-003); and WHEREAS, Sections 15.2-1427 and 15.2-1433 of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as may be amended from time to time, enable al local governing body to adopt, amend and codify ordinances WHEREAS, Sections 15.2-2280, 15.2-2285, and 15.2-2286 of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, enables al local governing body to adopt and amend zoning ordinances; and WHEREAS, it is desired to adopt modifications of the Flood Insurance Study (FIS), Flood Insurance Rate Map(FIRM), and amended floodplain management regulations providedi in Article 13, Standards for Floodplain Districts (FP), oft the Greene County Zoning Ordinance (OR#20-003); WHEREAS, this amendment of the Greene County Zoning Ordinance is required to serve the public necessity, convenience, general welfare, and good zoning practice pursuant to Section WHEREAS, on February 17, 2021, the Greene County Planning Commission held public hearings ont this matter, and all of those who spoke on this topic were heard; and WHEREAS, on February 17, 2021, the Greene County Planning Commission voted to recommend to the Greene County Board of Supervisors approval oft the request; and WHEREAS, the Greene County Board of Supervisors caused to be published a notice of public hearing on this matter int the Greene County Record on February 4th and February 11th; WHEREAS, the full text of this amendment was available for public inspection in the Greene County Administration Building, Room 226, 40 Celt Road, Stanardsville, Virginia 22973. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE GREENE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS that the adoption of the modifications of the Flood Insurance Study (FIS), Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM), and amendedi floodplain management regulations provided in Article 13, Standards for Floodplain Districts (FP), of the Greene County Zoning Ordinance (OR#20-003), revision will become effective March 23, 2021. or portions thereof; and and 15.2-2286(A)7) oft the Code of Virginia, as amended; and and are approved as presented and attached. 0-2020-007 ADOPTED BY THE GREENE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS ON FEBRUARY23, 2021. Motion: Steve Bowman Second: Marie Durrer Votes: Martin: Lamb: Bowman: Yes Durrer: Herring: Yes Yes Yes Yes ATTEST: WK-hf William Bryan Martin, Chair Greene County Board of Supervisors Mark B. Taylor, Clérk Greene County Board of Supervisors 2 Article 13 General Floodplain District, FP 13-1 GENERAL PROVISIONS: 13-1-1 Statutory Authorization and Purpose [44 CFR 59.22(a)(2)] In accordance with these directed provisions, this ordinance is specifically adopted pursuant to the authority granted to localities by Va. Code S 15.2-2 2280. Va. Code S 15.2-2283 specifies that zoning ordinances shall be for the general purpose of promoting the health, safety, or general welfare of the public and of further accomplishing the objectives of S 15.2-2200 which encourages localities to improve the public health, safety, convenience, and welfare of their citizens. To these ends, flood ordinances shall be designed to provide for safety from flood, to facilitate the provision of flood protection, and to protect against loss of life, health, or property from flood. The purpose of these provisions is to prevent the loss of life, health, or property, the creation of health and safety hazards, the disruption of commerce and governmental services, the extraordinary and unnecessary expenditure of public funds for flood protection and relief, and the impairment of the tax base by: a. Regulating uses, activities, and development which, alone or in combination with other existing or anticipated uses, activities, and development, will cause unacceptable increases in flood heights, velocities, and frequencies. b. Restricting or prohibiting certain uses, activities, and development from C. Requiring all those uses, activities, and developments that do occur in floodplain districts to be protected and/or floodproofed against flooding and d. Provide information to assist potential buyers of land or structures in locating within districts subject to flooding. flood damage. determining risks oft flood hazards. 13-1-2 Applicability These provisions shall apply to all privately and publicly owned lands within the jurisdiction of Greene County, Virginia, and identified as areas of special flood hazard shown on the flood insurance rate map (FIRM) or included in the flood insurance study (FIS) that are provided to the County of Greene by FEMA. 13-1-3 Compliance and Liability a. No land shall hereafter be developed and no structure shall be located, relocated, constructed, reconstructed, enlarged, or structurally altered accepted in full compliance with the terms and provisions of this ordinance and any other applicable ordinances and regulations which apply to uses within the jurisdiction oft this ordinance. b. The degree of flood protection sought by the provisions of this ordinance is considered reasonable for regulatory purposes and is based on acceptable engineering methods of study, but does not imply total flood protection. Larger floods may occur on rare occasions. Flood heights may be increased by man- made or natural causes, such as ice jams and bridge openings restricted by debris. This ordinance does not imply that districts outside thet floodplain district or land uses permitted within such districts will be free from flooding or flood This ordinance shall not create liability on the part of Greene County or any officer or employee thereof for any flood damages that result from reliance on this ordinance or any administrative decision lawfully made thereunder. damages. 13-1-4 Abrogation and Greater Restrictions To the extent that the provisions are more restrictive, this ordinance supersedes any ordinance currently in effect in flood-prone districts. To the extent that any other existing law or regulation is more restrictive or does not conflict it shall remain in full force and These regulations are not intended to repeal or abrogate any existing ordinances including subdivision regulations, zoning ordinances, or building codes. Ini the event of a conflict between these regulations and any other ordinance, the more restrictive shall Ifany section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, clause, or phrase of this ordinance shall be declared invalid for any reason whatever, such decision shall not affect the remaining portions of this ordinance. The remaining portions shall remain in full force and effect; and for this purpose, the provisions oft this ordinance arel hereby declared to be severable. Any person whoi fails to comply with any of the requirements or provisions of this article or directions oft the director of planning or anyauthorized employee oft the County of Greene shall be guilty oft the appropriate violation and subject to the penalties thereof. The' VAL USBC addresses building code violations and the associated penalties in Section 104 and Section 115. Violations and associated penalties oft the Zoning Ordinance oft the County of Greene are addressed in Article 20-4 of the Greene County Zoning Ordinance. In addition to the above penalties, all other actions are hereby reserved, including an action ine equity for the proper enforcement of this article. The imposition ofa a fine or penalty for any violation of, or noncompliance with, this article shall not excuse the violation or noncompliance or permit it to continue; and all such persons shall be required to correct or remedy such violations within a reasonable time. Any structure constructed, reconstructed, enlarged, altered, or relocated in noncompliance with this article may be declared by the County of Greene to be a public nuisance and abatable as such. Flood effect. govern. 13-1-5 Severability 13-1-6 Penalty for Violations [44 CFR 60.2(e)] insurance may be withheld from structures constructed in violation of this article. 13-1-7-ADMINISTRATION 13-1-7.1 Designation of the Floodplain Administrator [44 CFR 59.22(b)] The Zoning Administrator is hereby appointed to administer and implement these A. Do the work themselves. Ini the absence of a designated Zoning Administrator, the duties are conducted by the County of Greene chief executive officer. B. Delegate duties and responsibilities set forth in these regulations to qualified technical personnel, plan examiners, inspectors, and other employees. C. Enter into a written agreement or written contract with another community or private sector entity to administer specific provisions of these regulations. Administration of any part of these regulations by another entity shall not relieve the community of its responsibilities pursuant to the participation requirements of the National Flood Insurance Program as set forth in the Code of Federal 13.1-7.2 Duties and Responsibilities of the Floodplain Administrator [44 CFR60.3] The duties and responsibilities of the Floodplain Administrator shall include but are not regulations. The Zoning Administrator may: Regulations at 44 C.F.R. Section 59.22. limited to: A. Review applications for permits to determine whether proposed activities will be B. Interpret floodplain boundaries and provide available base flood elevation and C. Review applications to determine whether proposed activities will be reasonably safe from flooding and require new construction and substantial improvements to located in the Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA). flood hazard information. meet the requirements oft these regulations. D. Review applications to determine whether all necessary permits have been obtained from the Federal, State, or local agencies from which prior or concurrent approval is required; inj particular, permits from state agencies for any construction, reconstruction, repair, or alteration of a dam, reservoir, or waterway obstruction (including bridges, culverts, structures), any alteration of a watercourse, or any change of the course, current, or cross section of a stream or body of water, including any change to the 100-year frequency floodplain of free-flowing non-tidal waters of the State. E. Verify that applicants proposing an alteration of a watercourse have notified adjacent communities, the Department of Conservation and Recreation (Division of Dam Safety and Floodplain Management), and other appropriate agencies (VADEQ, USACE), and have submitted copies of such notifications to FEMA. F. Approve applications and issue permits to develop in flood hazard areas if the provisions of these regulations have been met, or disapprove applications if the provisions of these regulations have not been met. G. Inspect or cause to be inspected, buildings, structures, and other development for which permits have been issued to determine compliance with these regulations orto detemaneironcomplance has occurred or violations havel been committed. H. Review Elevation Certificates and require eincomplete or deficient certificates to be corrected. I. Submit to FEMA, or require applicants to submit to FEMA, data and information necessary to maintain FIRMS, including hydrologic and hydraulic engineering analyses prepared by or for the County of Greene, within six months after such data and information becomes available if the analyses indicate changes in base Maintain and permanently keep records that are necessary for the administration 1. Flood Insurance Studies, Flood Insurance Rate Maps (including historic studies and maps and current effective studies and maps), and Letters of Map Change; 2. Documentation supporting issuance and denial of permits, Elevation Certificates, documentation of the elevation (in relation to the datum on the FIRM) to which structures have been floodproofed, inspection records, other required design certifications, variances, and records of enforcement actions flood elevations. J. of these regulations, including: and taken to correct violations of these regulations. K. Enforce the provisions of these regulations, investigate violations, issue notices of violations or stop work orders, and require permit holders to take corrective action. L. Advise the Board of Zoning Appeals regarding the intent of these regulations and, for each application for a variance, prepare a staff report and recommendation. M. Administer the requirements related to proposed work on existing buildings: 1. Make determinations as to whether buildings and structures that are located in flood hazard areas and that are damagedbyany cause have been substantially 2. Make reasonable efforts to notify owners of substantially damaged structures oft the need to obtain a permit to repair, rehabilitate, or reconstruct. Prohibit the non-compliant repair of substantially damaged buildings except for temporary emergency protective measures necessary to secure a property or stabilize a damaged. building or structure to prevent additional damage. N. Undertake, as determined appropriate by the Floodplain Administrator due to the circumstances, other actions which may include but are not limited to: issuing press releases, public service announcements, and other public information materials related to permit requests and repair of damaged structures; coordinating with other Federal, State, and local agencies to assist with substantial damage determinations; providing owners of damaged structures information related to the proper repair of damaged structures in special flood hazard areas; and assisting property owners with documentation necessary to file claims for Increased Cost of Compliance coverage under NFIP flood insurance policies. boundaries of the County of Greene have been modified and: O. Notify the Federal Emergency Management Agency when the corporate 1. Provide a map that clearly delineates the new corporate boundaries or the new area for which the authority to regulate pursuant to these regulations has either 2. Ifthe FIRM for any annexed area includes special flood hazard areas that have flood zones that have regulatory requirements that are not set forth in these regulations, prepare amendments to these regulations to adopt the FIRM and appropriate requirements, and submit the amendments to the governing body for adoption; such adoption shall take place at the same time as or prior to the date of annexation and a copy oft the amended regulations shall be provided to Department of Conservation and Recreation (Division of Dam Safety and been assumed or relinquished through annexation; and Floodplain Management) and FEMA. P. Upon the request of FEMA, complete and submit a report concerning participation in the NFIP which may request information regarding the number of buildings in the SFHA, number of permits issued for development in the SFHA, and number of variances issued for development in the SFHA. Q. Iti is the duty of the Community Floodplain Administrator to take into account flood, mudslide and flood-related erosion hazards, to the extent that they are known, in all official actions relating to land management and use throughout the entire jurisdictional area of the Community, whether or not those hazards have been specifically delineated geographically (e.g. via mapping or surveying). 13.1-7.3 Submitting Model Backed Technical Data [44 CFR 65.3] Ac community's base flood elevations may increase or decrease resulting from physical changes affecting flooding conditions. As soon as practicable, butr no later than six months after the date such information becomes available, a community shall notify the Federal Emergency Management Agency of the changes by submitting technical or scientific data. The community may submit data via a LOMR. Such a submission is necessary sO that upon confirmation of those physical changes affecting flooding conditions, risk premium rates, and floodplain management requirements will be based upon current A. Appurtenant or accessory structure - A non-residential structure which is on the same parcel of property as the principal structure and the use of which is incidental to the use of the principal structure. Accessory structures are not to exceed 600 B. Base flood- The flood having a one percent chance of being equaled or exceeded C. Base flood elevation - The water surface elevations of the base flood, that is, the flood level that has one percent or greater chance of occurrence in any given year. The water surface elevation oft the base flood in relation tot the datum specified on the community's Flood Insurance Rate Map. For the purposes of this ordinance, D. Basement- Any area of thel building having its floor sub-grade (below ground level) E. Board of Zoning Appeals - The board appointed to review appeals made by individuals with regard to decisions of the Zoning Administrator int thei interpretation F. Development - Any man-made change to improved or unimproved real estate, including, but not limited to, buildings or other structures, temporary structures, mining, dredging, filling, grading, paving, excavation, drilling or other land- disturbing activities or permanent or temporary storage of equipment or materials. G. Elevated building Ar non-basement building built tol have thel lowest floor elevated above the ground level by means of solid foundation perimeter walls, pilings, or H. Encroachment- The advance or infringementofuses, plantgrowth, fill, excavation, buildings, permanent structures, or development into a floodplain, which may data. 13-2 DEFINITIONS square feet'. ina any given year. the base flood is the 1% annual chance flood. on all sides. oft this ordinance. columns (posts and piers). impede or alter the flow capacity of a floodplain. I. Existing construction - For the purposes of the insurance program, structures for which the "start of construction" commenced before September 10, 1984, the effective date of the FIRM. "Existing construction" may also be referred to as 1. Ageneral or temporary condition of partial or complete inundation of normally a. The unusual and rapid accumulation or runoff of surface waters from any b. Mudflows which are proximately caused byi flooding as defined in paragraph (1)(b) of this definition and are akin to a river of liquid and flowing mud on the surfaces of normally dry land areas, as when the earth is carried by a current of water and deposited along the path oft the current. 2. The collapse or subsidence of land along the shore of a lake or other body of water as a result of erosion or undermining caused by waves or currents of water exceeding anticipated cyclical levels or suddenly caused by an unusually high water level in a natural body of water, accompanied by a severe storm, or by an unanticipated force of nature such as flash flood or an abnormal tidal surge, or by some similarly unusual and unforeseeable event which result in K. Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) an official map of a community, on which the Federal Emergency Management Agency has delineated both the special hazard areas and the risk premium zones applicable to the community. A FIRM that has been made available digitally is called a Digital Flood Insurance Rate Map L. Flood Insurance Study (FIS) a report by FEMA that examines, evaluates, and determines flood hazards and, if appropriate, corresponding water surface elevations, or an examination, evaluation, and determination of mudflow and/or M. Floodplain or flood-prone area - Any land area susceptible to being inundated by N. Floodproofing - any combination of structural and non-structural additions, changes, or adjustments to structures which reduce or reduce flood damage to real estate or improved real property, water and sanitary facilities, structures, and O. Floodway- The channel of a river or other watercourse and the adjacent land areas that must be reserved in order to discharge the base flood without cumulatively increasing the water surface elevation more than one foot at any point within the P. Freeboard A factor of safety usually expressed in feet above a flood level for purposes of floodplain management. "Freeboard" tends to compensate for the manyunknown factors that could contribute to flood heights greater than the height calculated for a selected size flood and floodway conditions, such as wave action, bridge openings, and the hydrological effect of urbanization in the watershed. Q. Highest adiacent grade - the highest natural elevation of the ground surface prior "existing structures" and pre-FIRM." dry land areas from: source. J. Flood or flooding - flooding as defined in paragraph 1 (a) of this definition. (DFIRM). flood-related erosion hazards. water from any source. their contents. community. too construction next to the proposed walls of a structure. R. Historic structure - Any structure that is: 1. Listed individually in the National Register of Historic Places (a listing maintained by the Department of Interior) or preliminarily determined by the Secretary of the Interior as meeting the requirements for individual listing on 2. Certified or preliminarily determined by the Secretary of the Interior as contributing to the historical significance of a registered historic district or a district preliminarily determined by the Secretary to qualify as a registered 3. Individually listed on a state inventory of historic places in states with historic preservation programs which have been approved by the Secretary of the 4. Individually listed on a local inventory of historic places in communities with historic preservation programs that have been certified either: a. By an approved state program as determined by the Secretary of the b. Directly by the Secretary oft the Interiori in states without approved programs. S. Hydrologic and Hydraulic EngineeringAnalysis - Analyses performed byal licensed professional engineer, in accordance with standard engineering practices that are accepted by the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation and FEMA, used to determine the base flood, other frequency floods, flood elevations, T. Letters of Map Change (LOMC) - A Letter of Map Change is an official FEMA determination, by letter, that amends or revises an effective Flood Insurance Rate Letter of Map Amendment (LOMA) - An amendment based on technical data showing that a property was incorrectly included in a designated special flood hazard area. ALOMAamends the current effective Flood iInsurance Rate Map and establishes that a land as defined by meets and bounds or structure is not located the National Register; historic district; Interior; or, Interior; or, floodway information and boundaries, and flood profiles. Map or Flood Insurance Study. Letters of Map Change include: in a special flood hazard area. Letter of Map Revision (LOMR)- -A Ar revision based on technical data that may show changes toi flood zones, flood elevations, floodplain and floodway delineations, and planimetric features. A Letter of Map Revision Based on Fill (LOMR-F), is a determination that a structure or parcel of land has been elevated by fill above the base flood elevation and is, therefore, no longer exposed to flooding associated with the base flood. In order to qualify for this determination, the fill must have been permitted and placed in accordance with the community's floodplain management Conditional Letter of Map Revision (CLOMR) - A formal review and comment as to whether a proposed flood protection project or other project complies with the minimum NFIP requirements for such projects with respect to delineationofspecial regulations. flood hazard areas. A CLOMR does not revise the effective Flood Insurance Rate U. Lowest adiacent grade - the lowest natural elevation of the ground surface next to V. Lowest floor The lowest floor of the lowest enclosed area (including basement). An unfinished or flood-resistant enclosure, usable solely for parking of vehicles, building access, or storage in an area other than a basement area is not considered a building's lowest floor; provided, that such enclosure is not built sO as to render the structure in violation of the applicable non-elevation design W. Manufactured home - A structure, transportable in one or more sections, which is built on a permanent chassis and is designed for use with or without a permanent foundation when connected to the required utilities. For floodplain management purposes the term manufactured home" also includes park trailers, travel trailers, and other similar vehicles placed on a site for greater than 180 consecutive days. X. Manufactured home park or subdivision - a parcel (or contiguous parcels) of land divided into two or more manufactured home lots for rent or sale. Y. Manufactured (Mobile) Home Park or Subdivision, Existing - A manufactured (mobile) home park or subdivision for which the construction of facilities for servicing the lots on which the manufactured (mobile) homes are to be affixed (including, at a minimum, the installation of utilities, the construction of streets and either final site grading or the pouring of concrete pads) is completed before the effective date of the floodplain management regulations adopted by the Z. Manufactured (Mobile) Home Park or Subdivision, Expansion to Existing Site -The preparation of additional sites by the construction of facilities for servicing the lots on which ther manufactured homes are to be affixed (including, at a minimum, the installation of utilities, the construction of streets, and either final site grading or the AA. Manufactured (Mobile) Home Park or Subdivision, New - A manufactured home park or subdivision for which the construction of facilities for servicing the lots on which the manufactured homes are to be affixed (including, at a minimum, the installation of utilities, the construction of streets, and either final site grading or the pouring of concrete pads) is completed on or after the effective date of the BB. Mean Sea Level for purposes of the National Flood Insurance Program, the National Geodetic Vertical Datum (NGVD) of 1929, or the North American Vertical Datum (NAVD) of 1988 to which base flood elevations shown on a community's CC. New construction - For the purposes of determining insurance rates, structures for which the "start of construction" commenced on or after September 10, 1984 and includes any subsequent improvements to such structures. For floodplain management purposes, new construction means structures for which the start of construction commenced on or after the effective date of a floodplain management regulation adopted by a community and includes any subsequent improvements Map or Flood Insurance Study. the walls of a structure. requirements of Federal Code 44CFR $60.3. community. pouring of concrete pads.) floodplain management regulations adopted by the community. FIRM are referenced. to such structures. DD. Post-FIRM structures - A structure for which construction or substantial EE. Pre-FIRM structures A structure for which construction or substantial improvement occurred on orafter September 10, 1984 improvement occurred before September 10, 1984 FF. Recreational vehicle A vehicle which is: 1. Built on a single chassis; 2. 400 square feet or less when measured at the largest horizontal projection; 3. Designed tol be self-propelled or permanently towable by a lighto duty truck; and, 4. Designed primarily not for use as a permanent dwelling but as temporary living GG. Repetitive Loss Structure - A building covered by a contract for flood insurance that has incurred flood-related damages on two occasions in a 10-year period, in which the cost of the repair, on the average, equaled or exceeded 25 percent of the market value of the structure at the time of each such flood event; and at the time of the second incidence of flood-related damage, the contract for flood HH. Severe repetitive loss structure - a structure that: (a) Is covered under a contract for flood insurance made available under the NFIP; and (b) Has incurred flood related damage - (i) For which 4 or more separate claims payments have been made under flood insurance coverage with the amount of each such claim exceeding $5,000, and with the cumulative amount of such claims payments exceeding $20,000; or (ii) For which at least 2 separate claims payments have been made under such coverage, with the cumulative amount of such claims II. Shallow flooding area - A special flood hazard area with base flood depths from one to three feet where a clearly defined channel does not exist, where the path of flooding is unpredictable and indeterminate, and where velocity flow may be evident. Such flooding is characterized by ponding or sheet flow. JJ. Special flood hazard area Thel land int the floodplain subject to aone(19épercent or greater chance of being flooded in any given year as determined in Article 13- KK. Start of construction - For other than new construction and substantial improvement, under the Coastal Barriers Resource Act (P.L.-97-348), means the date the building permit was issued, provided the actual start of construction, repair, reconstruction, rehabilitation, addition, placement, substantial improvement or other improvement was within 180 days of the permit date. The actual start means either the first placement of permanent construction of a structure on a site, such as the pouring of slab or footings, the installation of piles, the construction of columns, or any work beyond the stage of excavation; or the placement of a manufactured home on a foundation. Permanent construction does not include land preparation, such as clearing, grading, and filling; nor does it include the installation of streets and/or walkways; nor does it include excavation for a basement, footings, piers, or foundations or the erection of temporary forms; nor does it include the installation on the property of accessory buildings, such as garages or sheds not occupied as dwelling units or not part of the main structure. For a substantial improvement, the actual start of the construction means the first quarters for recreational camping, travel, or seasonal use. insurance contains increased cost of compliance coverage. exceeding the market value of the insured structure. 3-1 of this ordinance. alteration of any wall, ceiling, floor, or other structural parts of a building, whether or not that alteration affects the external dimensions of the building. LL. Storage: All new construction and substantial improvements must have any fully enclosed areal below thel lowest floor useable solely for storage, parking, or access. The type of storage permitted in an enclosed lower area should be limited toj that which is incidental and accessory to the principal use of the structure. For example, ift the structure is a residence, storage should be limited toi items such as lawn and garden equipment, snow tires, and other low damage items which will not suffer flood damage or can be conveniently moved tot the elevated part of the building. MM. Structure - for floodplain management purposes, a walled and roofed building, including a gas or liquid storage tank, that is principally above ground, as well as NN. Substantial damage Damage of any origin sustained by a structure whereby the cost of restoring the structure to it's before damaged condition would equal or exceed 50 percent of the market value of the structure before the damage occurred. It also means flood-related damages sustained by a structure on two occasions in a 10-year period, in which the cost of the repair, on the average, equals or exceeds 25 percent of the market value of the structure at the time of 00. Substantial improvement - Any reconstruction, rehabilitation, addition, or other improvement of a structure, the cost of which equals or exceeds 50 percent of the market value of the structure before the start of construction of the improvement. 1. Any project for improvement of a structure to correct existing violations of state or local health, sanitary, or safety code specifications which have been identified by the local code enforcement official and which are the minimum 2. Anyalteration ofal historic structure provided that the alteration will not preclude 3. Historic structures undergoing repair or rehabilitation that would constitute a substantial improvement as defined above must comply with all ordinance requirements that do not preclude the structure's continued designation as a historic structure. Documentation that a specific ordinance requirement will cause the removal of the structure from the National Register of Historic Places or the State Inventory of Historic places must be obtained from the Secretary of the Interior or the State Historic Preservation Officer. Any exemption from ordinance requirements will be the minimum necessary to preserve the historic PP. Violation the failure of a structure or other development to bei fully compliant with the community's floodplain management regulations. A structure or other development without the elevation certificate, other certifications, or other evidence of compliance required in this ordinance is presumed to be in violation QQ. Watercourse - A lake, river, creek, stream, wash, channel, or other topographic feature on or over which waters flow at least periodically. Watercourse includes specifically designated areas in which substantial flood damage may occur. a manufactured home. each such flood event. The term does not, however, include either: necessary to assure safe living conditions, or the structure's continued designation as a historic structure. character and design of the structure. until such time as that documentation is provided. 13-3 ESTABLISHMENT OF ZONING DISTRICTS 13-3-1Description of Special Flood Hazard A. Basis of Districts The various special flood hazard districts shall include the SFHAS. The basis for the delineation of these districts shall be the FIS and the FIRM for the County of Greene prepared by the Federal Emergency Management Agency, Federal Insurance Administration, dated March 23, 2021, and any subsequent revisions or amendments The County of Greene may identify and regulate local flood hazard or ponding areas that are not delineated ont the FIRM. These areas may be delineated on a' "Local Flood Hazard Map" using best available topographic data and locally derived information such as flood of record, historic high-water marks, or approximate study methodologies. The boundaries of the SFHA Districts are established as shown on the FIRM which is declared to be a part of this ordinance and which shall be kept on file at the the County thereto. of Greene offices. 1. The A Zone on the FIRM accompanying the FIS shall be those areas for which noo detailed flood profiles or elevations are provided, but the one percent annual chance floodplain boundary has been approximated. For these areas, the The Approximated Floodplain District shall be that floodplain area for which no detailed flood profiles or elevations are provided, but where a one percent annual chance floodplain boundary has been approximated. Such areas are shown as Zone A on the maps accompanying the FIS. For these areas, the base flood elevations and floodway information from Federal, State, and other acceptable sources shall be used, when available. Where the specific one percent annual chance flood elevation cannot be determined fori this area using other sources of data, such as the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers Floodplain Information Reports, U. S. Geological Survey Flood-Prone Quadrangles, etc., then the applicant for the proposed use, development and/or activity shall determine this base flood elevation. For development proposed in the approximate floodplain the applicant must use technical methods that correctly reflect currently accepted practices, such as point on boundary, high water marks, or detailed methodologies hydrologic and hydraulic analyses. Studies, analyses, computations, etc., shall be submitted in sufficient detail to allow a following provisions shall apply [44 CFR 60.3(b)): thorough review by the Zoning Administrator. The Zoning Administrator reserves the right to require a hydrologic and hydraulic analysis for any development. When such base flood elevation data is utilized, the lowest floor shall be elevated to or above the base flood level During the permitting process, the Zoning Administrator shall obtain: a. The elevation of the lowest floor (in relation to mean sea level), including the basement, of all new and substantially improved structures; and, b. Ifthe structure has been floodproofed in accordance with the requirements of this article, the elevation (in relation to mean sea level) to which the Base flood elevation data shall be obtained from other sources or developed using detailed methodologies comparable to those contained in a FIS for subdivision proposals and other proposed development proposals (including manufactured home parks and subdivisions) that exceed fifty lots or five acres, plus eighteen (18) inches?. structure has been floodproofed. whichever is the lesser3. B. Overlay Concepts 1. The Floodplain District described above shall be overlays to the existing underlying area as shown on the Official Zoning Ordinance Map, and as such, the provisions of the floodplain district shall serve as a supplement to 2. Any conflict between the provisions or requirements of the Floodplain Districts and those of any underlying district, the more restrictive provisions and/or those pertaining to the floodplain districts shall apply. 3. In the event any provisions concerning a Floodplain District is declared inapplicable as a result of any legislative or administrative actions or judicial decision, the basic underlying provisions shall remain applicable. the underlying district provisions. 13-3-2 Official Zoning Map The Boundaries of the Floodplain District are established as shown on the Flood Insurance Rate Map which is declared to be a part of this ordinance and which shall be kept on file at the County offices 13-3-3 District Boundary Changes The delineation of any of the Floodplain District may be revised by the Board of Supervisors where natural or man-made changes have occurred andlor where more detailed studies have been conducted or undertaken by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers or other qualified agency, or an individual documents the need for such change. However, prior to any such change, approval must be obtainedi from the Federal Insurance Administration. 13-3-4 Interpretation of District Boundaries Initial interpretations of the boundaries of the Floodplain District shall be made by the Zoning Administrator. Should a dispute arise concerning the boundaries of any of the Districts, the Board of Zoning Appeals shall make the necessary determination. The person questioning or contesting the location of the District boundary shall be given a reasonable opportunity to present his case to the Board and to submit his own technical evidence if he sO desires. 13-4 DISTRICT PROVISIONS 13-4-1General Provisions A. Permit Requirement All uses, activities, and development occurring within any Floodplain District shall be undertaken only upon the issuance of a zoning permit. Such development shall be undertaken only in strict compliance with the provisions of the Ordinance and with all other applicable codes and ordinances, such as the Virginia Uniform statewide Building Code and the Greene County Subdivision Regulations. Priori to the issuance of any such permit, the Zoning Administrator shall require all applications to include compliance with all applicable state and federal laws and shall review all sites to assure they are reasonably safe from flood. Under no circumstances shall any use, activity, and/or development adversely affect the capacity of the channels or floodway of any watercourse, drainage ditch, or any other drainage facility or system. B. Alteration or Relocation of Watercourse Prior to any proposed alteration or relocation of any channels or of any watercourse, stream, etc., within this jurisdiction a permit shall be obtained from the U.S. Corps of Engineers, the Virginia Sate Water Control Board, and the Virginia Marine Resources Commission (a joint permit application is available from any of these organization). Further notification of the proposal shall be given by the applicant to all affected adjacent jurisdictions, the Division of Soil and Water Conservation (Department of Conservation and Recreation), and the Federal Insurance Administration. C. Site Plans and Permit. Applications All applications for development within any floodplain district and all permits issued for the floodplain shall incorporate the following information: 1. The elevation of the Base Flood at the site. the structure will be floodproofed. 2. For structures to be elevated, the elevation of the lowest floor 3. For structures to be floodproofed (non-residential only), the elevation to which 4.Topographic information showing existing and proposed ground elevations D General Standards The following provisions shall apply to all permits: 1. New construction and substantial improvements shall be built according to this ordinance and the VA USBC and anchored to prevent flotation, collapse, or lateral 2. Manufactured homes shall be anchored to prevent flotation, collapse, or lateral movement. Methods of anchoring may include but are not limited to, use of over- the-top or frame ties to ground anchors. This standard shall be in addition to and consistent with applicable state anchoring requirements for resisting wind forces. 3. New construction and substantial improvements shall be constructed with 4. New construction or substantial improvements shall be constructed by methods 5. Electrical, heating, ventilation, plumbing, air conditioning equipment, and other service facilities, including ductwork, shall be designed and/or located sO as to prevent water from entering or accumulating within the components during 6. New and replacement water supply systems shall be designed to minimize or 7. New and replacement sanitary sewage systems shall be designed to minimize or eliminate infiltration of floodwaters into the systems and discharges from the 8. On-site waste disposal systems shall be located and constructed to avoid impairment to them or contamination from them during flooding. 9. Ina addition to provisions A - H above, in all special flood hazard areas, the 10.Prior to any proposed alteration or relocation of any channels or of any watercourse, stream, etc., within this jurisdiction, a permit shall be obtained from the U. S. Corps of Engineers, the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality, and the Virginia Marine Resources Commission (a joint permit application is available from any of these organizations). Furthermore, in riverine areas, notification of the proposal shall be given by the applicant to all affected adjacent jurisdictions, the Department of Conservation and Recreation (Division of Dam Safety and Floodplain Management), other required agencies, and the Federal 11.The flood carrying capacity within an altered or relocated portion of any movement of the structure. materials and utility equipment resistant tot flood damage. and practices that minimize flood damage. conditions of flooding. eliminate infiltration of floodwaters into the system. systems into floodwaters. additional provisions shall apply: Emergency Management Agency. watercourse shall be maintained. 13-4-2 Elevation and Construction Standards In alli identified flood hazard areas where base flood elevations have been provided in the FIS or generated by a certified professional in accordance with Article 13-3-1. A.1 the following provisions shall apply: A. Residential Construction New construction or substantial improvement of any structure (including manufactured homes)i in Zone A with detailed base flood elevations shall have the lowest floor, including basement, elevated to or above the base flood level plus eighteen (18) inches. B. Non-Residential Construction 1. New construction or substantial improvement of any commercial, industrial, or non-residential building (or manufactured home) shall have the lowest floor, including basement, elevated to or above the base flood level plus eighteen (18) inches. C. Space Below the Lowest Floor Inzones A, AE, AH, AO, and A1-A30, fully enclosed areas, of a new construction or substantially improved structures, which are below the regulatory flood 1. Not be designed or used for human habitation, but shall be used solely for parking of vehicles, building access, or storage of maintenance equipment used in connection with the premises. Access to the enclosed area shall be the minimum necessary to allow for parking of vehicles (garage door) or limited storage of maintenance equipment (standard exterior door), or entry to the 2. Be constructed entirely of flood-resistant materials below the regulatory flood 3. Include measures to automatically equalize hydrostatic flood forces on walls by allowing for the entry and exit of floodwaters. To meet this requirement, the openings must either be certified by a professional engineer or architect or a. Provide a minimum of two openings on different sides of each enclosed protection elevation shall: living area (stairway or elevator). protection elevation; meet the following minimum design criteria: area subject to flooding. b. The total net area of all openings must be at least one (1) square inch for each square foot of enclosed area subject to flooding. c.Ifa building has more than one enclosed area, each area must have openings to allow floodwaters to automatically enter and exit. d. The bottom of all required openings shall be no higher than one (1) foot e. - Openings may be equipped with screens, louvers, or other opening coverings or devices, provided they permit the automatici flow off floodwaters - Foundation enclosures made of flexible skirting are not considered enclosures for regulatory purposes, and, therefore, do not requirec openings. Masonry or wood underpinning, regardless of structural status, is considered an enclosure and requires openings as outlined above. above the adjacent grade. in both directions. D. Accessory Structures 1. Accessory structures in the SFHA shall comply with the elevation requirements and other requirements of Article 13-4-2. B or, if not elevated or dry floodproofed, shall: a. Not be used for human habitation; b. Be limited to no more than 600 square feet in total floor area; . Beu useable only for parking of vehicles or storage; d. Be constructed with flood damage-resistant materials below the base flood e. Be constructed and placed to offer the minimum resistance to the flow of g. Have electrical service and mechanical equipment elevated to or above Shall be provided with flood openings which shall meet the following (1)There shall be a minimum of two flood openings on different sides of each enclosed area; if a building has more than one enclosure below the lowest floor, each such enclosure shall have flood openings on (2) The total net area of alli flood openings shall be at least 1 square inch for each square foot of enclosed area (non-engineered flood openings), or the flood openings shall be engineered flood openings that are designed and certified by a licensed professional engineer to elevation; floodwaters; Be anchored to prevent flotation the base flood elevation; criteria: exterior walls. automatically allow entry and exit of floodwaters; the certification requirement may be satisfied by an individual certification or an Evaluation Report issued by the ICC Evaluation Service, Inc. (3) The bottom of each flood opening shall be 1 foot or less above the higher of the interior floor or grade, or the exterior grade, immediately (4) Any louvers, screens, or other covers for the flood openings shall allow the automatic flow of floodwaters into and out of the enclosed area. below the opening. E. Standards for Manufactured Homes and Recreational Vehicles 1. Inz zone. A, all manufactured homes placed, or substantially improved, on individual lots or parcels, must meet all the requirements for new construction, including the elevation and anchoring requirements in Article III, Section 3.1.A.6, and. Article IV, Sections 4.2 and 4.3. 2. All recreational vehicles placed on sites must either: a. Be on the site for fewer than 180 consecutive days, be fully licensed and ready for highway use (a recreational vehicle is ready for highway use ifit isc on its wheels or jacking system, is attached to the site only by quick disconnect type utilities and security devices and has no permanently attached additions); or b. Meet all the requirements for manufactured homes in 13-4-3Design Criteria for Utilities and Facilities A. Sanitary Sewer Facilities All new or replacement sanitary sewer facilities and private package sewage treatment plants (including all pumping stations and collector systems) shall be designed to minimize or eliminate infiltration of flood waters into the system and discharges from the system into the flood waters. In addition, they should be located and constructed to minimize or eliminate flood damage and impairment. All new or replacement water facilities shall be designed to minimize or eliminate infiltration of flood waters into the system and be located and constructed to All storm drainage facilities shall be designed to convey the flow of surface waters without damage to persons or property. The system shall ensure drainage away from building and on-site waste disposal sites. The Board of Supervisors may require a primarily underground system to accommodate frequent floods and a secondary surface system to accommodate larger, less frequent floods. Drainage plans shall be consistent with local and regional drainage plans. The facilities shall B. Water Facilities minimize or eliminate flood damages. C. Drainage Facilities be designed to prevent the discharge of excess runoff onto adjacent properties. All utilities, such as gas lines, electrical and telephone systems being placed in flood-prone areas should be located, elevated (where possible), and constructed to minimize the chance ofi impairment during a flooding occurrence. Streets and sidewalks should be designed to minimize their potential for increasing and aggravating the levels of flood plow. Drainage openings shall be required to sufficiently discharge flood flows without undulyi increasing flood heights. D. Utilities E.S Streets and Sidewalks 13-4-4 Standards for Subdivision Proposals A. All subdivision proposals shall be consistent with the need to minimize flood B. All subdivision proposals shall have public utilities and facilities such as sewer, gas, electrical, and water systems located and constructed to minimize flood C. All subdivision proposals shall have adequate drainage provided to reduce D. Base flood elevation data shall be obtained from other sources or developed using detailed metnodologies, hydraulic and hydrologic analysis, comparable to those contained in a Flood Insurance Study for subdivision proposals and other proposed development proposals (including manufactured home parks and subdivisions) that damage; damage; exposure to flood hazards exceed fifty lots or five acres, whichever is the lesser. 13-5 VARIANCES: FACTORS TO BE CONSIDERED Variances shall be issued only upon (i) a showing of good and sufficient cause, (i) after the Board of Zoning Appeals has determined that failure to grant the variance would result ine exceptional hardship to the applicant, and (ii) after the Board of Zoning Appeals has determined that the granting of such variance will not result in (a) unacceptable or prohibited increases in flood heights, (b) additional threats to public safety, (c) extraordinary public expense; and will not (d) create nuisances, (e) cause fraud or While the granting of variances generally is limited to a lot size less than one-half acre, deviations from that limitation may occur. However, as the lot size increases beyond one- half acre, the technical justification required for issuing a variance increases. Variances may be issued by the Board of Zoning Appeals for new construction and substantial improvements to be erected on a lot of one-half acres or less in size contiguous to and surrounded by lots with existing structures constructed below the base flood level, in Variances may be issued for new construction and substantial improvements and for other development necessary for the conduct of a functionally dependent use provided that the criteria of this Section are met, and the structure or other development is victimization of the public, or (f) conflict with local laws or ordinances. conformance with the provisions of this Section. protected by methods that minimize flood damages during the base flood and create no additional threats to public safety In passing upon applications for Variances, the Board of Zoning Appeals shall satisfy all relevant factors and procedures specified in other sections of the zoning ordinance and consider thet following additional factors: a. The danger to life and property due to flood heights or velocities caused by encroachments. No variance shall be granted for any proposed use, development, or activity within and Floodway District that will cause an increase in the one b. The danger that materials may be swept on to other lands or downstream to C. The proposed water supply and sanitation system and the ability of these systems to prevent disease, contamination, and unsanitary conditions. d. The susceptibility of the proposed facility and its contents to flood damage and e. The importance of the services provided by the proposed facility to the g. The availability of alternative locations not subject to flooding for the proposed h. The compatibility of the proposed use with existing development and I. The relationship of the proposed use to the comprehensive plan and floodplain j. The safety of access by ordinary and emergency vehicles tot the property ini time k. The expected heights, velocity, duration, rate of rise, and sediment transport of I. The repair or rehabilitation of historic structures upon a determination that the proposed repair or rehabilitation will not preclude the structure's continued designation as a historic structure and the variance is the minimum necessary to m. Such other factors which are relevant to the purpose of this ordinance. The Board of Zoning Appeals may refer any application and accompanying documentation pertaining to any request for a variance to any engineer or other qualified person or agency for technical assistance in evaluating the proposed project in relation to flood heights and velocities, and the adequacy of the plans for flood protection and Variances shall be issued only after the Board of Zoning Appeals has determined that the hundred (100) - year flood elevation. the injury of others. the effect of such damage on the individual owners. f. The requirements of the facility for a waterfront location. community. use. development anticipated in the foreseeable future. management program for the area. oft the flood. the flood waters expected at the site. preserve the historic character and design of the structure. other related matters. granting of such will not result in: a. unacceptable or prohibited increases in flood heights, d. cause fraud or victimization of the public, or b. additional threats to public safety, extraordinary public expenses; and will not create nuisances, e. conflict with local laws or ordinances. Variances shall be issued only after the Board of Zoning Appeals has determined that variance will be the minimum required to provide relief from any hardship toi the applicant. The Board of Zoning Appeals shall notify the applicant for a variance, in writing, that the issuance of a variance to construct a structure below the one percent (1%) chance flood elevation (a)increases the risk to lifeand property and (b) will resulti in increased premium AI record shall be maintained of the above notification as well as all variance actions, including justification for the issuance of the variances. Any variances which are issued shall be noted in the annual or biennial report submitted to the Federal Insurance rates for flood insurance. Administrator. 13-6-E EXISTING STRUCTURES IN FLOODPLAIN DISTRICTS Any structure or use of a structure or premises must be brought into conformity with these provisions when it is changed, repaired, or improved unless one of the following exceptions is established before the change is made: A. The Zoning Administrator has determined that: 1. Change is not a substantial repair or substantial improvement AND 2. Nor new square footage is being built int thei floodplain that is not complaint AND 3. No new square footage is being builti in the floodway AND 4. The change complies with this ordinance and the VA USBC AND 5. The change, when added to all the changes made during ar rolling 5-year period does not constitute 50% of the structure's value. B. The changes are required to comply with a citation for a health or safety violation. C. The structure is a historic structure and the change required would impair the historic nature of the structure 13-7-E ENACTMENT Enacted and ordained this 23rd day of March, 2021. This ordinance, number 2020-007 of Greene County, Virginia, shall become effective upon passage. Signature Title FLOOD INSURANCE STUDY FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY VOLUME 10F1 1 GREENE COUNTY, AND INCORPORATED AREAS VIRGINIA COMMUNITY NAME GREENE COUNTY, UNINCORPORATED AREAS STANARDSVILLE, TOWN OF COMMUNITY NUMBER 510200 510251 FEMA ND EFFECTIVE: MARCH 23, 2021 FLOOD INSURANCE STUDY NUMBER 51079CVOO0A Version Number 2:4:3.5 TABLE OF CONTENTS Volume1 Page 1 1 2 2 3 12 12 14 15 15 15 15 15 15 16 16 16 16 16 16 17 17 18 18 18 19 21 21 21 21 21 22 23 23 23 24 26 26 SECTION 1.0-1 INTRODUCTION 1.1 The National Flood Insurance Program 1.2 Purpose of this Flood Insurance Study Report 1.3 Jurisdictions Included in the Flood Insurance Study Project 1.4 Considerations for using this Flood Insurance Study Report SECTION 2.0-FLOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT APPLICATIONS 2.1 Floodplain Boundaries 2.2 Floodways 2.3 Base Flood Elevations 2.4 Non-Encroachment Zones 2.5 Coastal Flood Hazard Areas 2.5.1 Water Elevations and the Effects of Waves 2.5.2 Floodplain Boundaries and BFES for Coastal Areas 2.5.3 Coastal High Hazard Areas 2.5.4 Limit of Moderate Wave Action SECTION 3.0. - INSURANCE APPLICATIONS 3.1 National Flood Insurance Program Insurance Zones 3.2 Coastal Barrier Resources System SECTION 4.0 - AREA STUDIED 4.1 Basin Description 4.2 Principal Flood Problems 4.3 Non-Levee Flood Protection Measures 4.4 Levees SECTION 5.0 - ENGINEERING METHODS 5.1 Hydrologic Analyses 5.2 Hydraulic. Analyses 5.3 Coastal Analyses 5.3.1 Total Stillwater Elevations 5.3.2 Waves 5.3.3 Coastal Erosion 5.3.4 Wave Hazard Analyses 5.4 Alluvial Fan Analyses SECTION 6.0 - MAPPING METHODS 6.1 Vertical and Horizontal Control 6.2 Base Map 6.3 Floodplain and Floodway Delineation 6.4 Coastal Flood Hazard Mapping 6.5 FIRM Revisions 6.5.1 Letters of Map Amendment 6.5.2 Letters of Map Revision Based on Fill 6.5.3 Letters of Map Revision 6.5.4 Physical Map Revisions 6.5.5 Contracted Restudies 6.5.6 Community Map History 26 27 27 28 28 28 29 30 32 33 Page 4 5 8 14 15 15 19 21 22 Page 2 13 16 16 17 17 17 17 18 18 19 19 20 21 21 SECTION7.0-CONTRACTED STUDIES AND COMMUNITY COORDINATION 29 7.1 Contracted Studies 7.2 Community Meetings SECTION 8.0- - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION SECTION! 9.0-E BIBLIOGRAPHY AND REFERENCES Figures Figure 1: FIRM Index Figure 2: FIRMI Notes to Users Figure 3: Map! Legend for FIRM Figure 4: Floodway Schematic Figure 5: Wave Runup Transect Schematic Figure 6: Coastal Transect Schematic Figure 7: Frequency Discharge-Drainage Area Curves Figure 9: Transect Location Map Figure 8: 1% Annual Chance Total Stillwater Elevations for Coastal Areas Tables Table 1: Listing of NFIP Jurisdictions Table 2: Flooding Sources Included in this FIS Project Report Table 3: Flood Zone Designations by Community Table 4: Coastal Barrier Resources System Information Table 5: Basin Characteristics Table 6: Principal Flood Problems Table 7: Historic Flooding Elevations Table 8: Non-Levee Flood Protection Measures Table 10: Summary of Discharges Table 11: Summary of Non-Coastal Stillwater Elevations Table 12: Stream Gage Information used to Determine Discharges Table 13: Summary of Hydrologic and Hydraulic Analyses Table 14: Roughness Coefficients Table 15: Summary of Coastal Analyses Table 9: Levees ii Table 16: Tide Gage Analysis Specifics Table 17: Coastal Transect Parameters Table 18: Summary of Alluvial Fan Analyses Table 19: Results of Alluvial Fan Analyses Table 20: Countywide Vertical Datum Conversion Table 21: Stream-Based Vertical Datum Conversion Table 22: Base Map Sources Table 24: Floodway Data 21 22 22 22 23 23 24 25 26 26 26 27 29 30 31 32 32 34 Table 23: Summary of Topographic Elevation Data used in Mapping Table 25: Flood Hazard and Non-Encroachment Data for Selected Streams Table 26: Summary of Coastal Transect Mapping Considerations Table 27: Incorporated Letters of Map Change Table 28: Community Map History Table 29: Summary of Contracted Studies Included in this FIS Project Report Table 30: Community Meetings Table 31: Map Repositories Table 32: Additional Information Table 33: Bibliography and References Exhibit Panel Flood Profiles This section is not applicable to this Flood Risk Project. Published Separately Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) ili FLOOD INSURANCE STUDY REPORT GREENE COUNTY, VIRGINIA AND INCORPORATED AREAS SECTION 1.0-1 INTRODUCTION 1.1 The National Flood Insurance Program The National Flood Insurance Program NFIP)isavoluntary Federal program that enables property owners in participating communities to purchase insurance protection against losses from flooding. This insurance is designed to provide an alternative to disaster assistance tor meet the escalating costs ofr repairing damage to buildings and their contents Ford decades, the national response to flood disasters was generally limited to constructing flood-control works such as dams, levees, sea-walls, and the like, and providing disaster relief to flood victims. This approach did not reduce losses nor did it discourage unwise development. In some instances, it may have actually encouraged additional development. To compound the problem, the public generally could not buy flood coverage from insurance companies, and building techniques to reduce flood damage Ini the face of mounting flood losses and escalating costs of disaster relief to the general taxpayers, the U.S. Congress created the NFIP. The intent was to reduce future flood damage through community floodplain management ordinances, and provide protection for property owners against potential losses through an insurance mechanism that The U.S. Congress established the NFIP on August 1, 1968, with the passage of the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968. The NFIP was broadened and modified with the passage of the Flood Disaster Protection Act of 1973 and other legislative measures. It was further modified by the National Flood Insurance Reform Act of 1994 and the Flood Insurance Reform Act of 2004. The NFIP is administered by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), which is a component of the Department of Homeland Participation in the NFIP is based on an agreement between local communities and the Federal Government. If a community adopts and enforces floodplain management regulations to reduce future flood risks to new construction and substantially improved structures in Special Flood Hazard Areas (SFHAs), the Federal Government will make flood insurance available within the community as a financial protection against flood losses. The community's floodplain management regulations must meet or exceed criteria established in accordance with Title 44 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 60, SFHAS are delineated on the community's Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs). Under the NFIP, buildings that were built before the flood hazard was identified on the community's FIRMS are generally referred to as Pre-FIRM" buildings. When the NFIP was created, the U.S. Congress recognized that insurance for Pre-FIRM buildings would be prohibitively expensive if the premiums were not subsidized by the Federal caused by floods. were often overlooked. requires a premium to be paid for the protection. Security (DHS). Criteria for Land Management and Use. 1 Government. Congress also recognized that most oft these floodprone buildings were built byi individuals who did not have sufficient knowledge oft the flood hazard to make informed decisions. The NFIP requires that full actuarial rates reflecting the complete flood risk be charged on alll buildings constructed or substantiallyi improved on or after the effective date of thei initial FIRMf for the community or after December 31, 1974, whichever is later. These buildings are generally referred to as "Post-FIRM" buildings. 1.2 Purpose of this Flood Insurance Study Report This Flood Insurance Study (FIS) Report updates information on the existence and severity off flood hazards fori the study area. The: studies described in this report developed flood hazard datai that will be used to establish actuarial flood insurance rates and to assist Ins some states or communities, floodplain management criteria or regulations may exist that are more restrictive thant the minimum Federal requirements. Contacty your State NFIP Coordinator to ensure that any higher State standards are included in the community's communities in efforts toi implement sound floodplain management. regulations. 1.3 Jurisdictions Included in the Flood Insurance Study Project This FIS Report covers the entire geographic area of Greene County, Virginia. The jurisdictions that are included in this project area, along with the Community Identification Number (CID) for each community and the United States Geological Survey (USGS) 8-digit Hydrologic Unit Code (HUC-8) sub-basins affecting each, are shown in Table 1. The FIRM panel numbers that affect each community are listed. If the flood hazard data for the community is not included in this FIS Report, the location oft that data isic identified. Table 1: Listing of NFIP Jurisdictions HUC-8 Sub- Basins(s) IfNot Included, Location of Flood Hazard Data Community CID Located on FIRMI Panel(s). 51079C0025C, 51079C0050C, 51079C0075C, 51079C0094C, 51079C0175C, 51079C0180C, 51079C0200C, 51079C0225C Greene County, 02070005, 51079C0100C, 51079C0115C, 02080204 51079C0150C, 51079C0157C, Unincorporated Areas 510200 02080103, 51079C0120C, 51079C0125C, Stanardsville, Town of 510251 02080103, 51079C0115C, 51079C0120C N/A N/A 02080204 2 Board of Supervisors February 23, 2021 Attachment "B" RESOLUTION WHEREAS, the Greene County Board of Supervisors recognizes the need for quality WHEREAS, the Greene County Broadband Committee is always seeking providers who WHEREAS, the Committee has worked with the developer of the twenty-five (25) lots in Greene Landing subdivision to find a provider willing to operate in that NE corner of Greene internet access and it's benefits to the families and businesses in Greene County; and are willing to provide coverage to underserved areas; and Count; and WHEREAS, many options have been explored, and no providers have been willing to NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Greene County Board of Supervisors supports Fiberlync's willingness to extend its network across the county line in order to provide extend coverage to that area. broadband options for the homes in that area. ADOPTED BY THE GREENE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS ON FEBRUARY 23, 2021. Motion: Dale Herring Second: Marie Durrer Votes: Martin: Durrer: Bowman: Yes Herring: Yes Lamb: Yes Yes Yes ATTEST: Wuh-haf William Bryar/Martin, Chair Greene County Board of Supervisors MAu MarkB. Taylor, Clerk Greene County Board of Supervisors Board of Supervisors February 23, 2021 Attachment "C" Judie Deutschl Cox Haven Pagter Farm 381 Stanardsville, Pebble Dr. VA 22973 lwlfaa Derbill bi NEAe E oo Consend AKEHk EMEE bpudn 36mpb Epusk bnnek LLA 33 AtLy NKRE s Lragy They aisealy as dacrn dkgilny 1 ciby b k 1 RAr mmap Eh nade LoKAE herans bvk Moljas 15-36mPh aordw poask MEdr Mlhnk V-DTah AKa lride Saaa. s hs an x hre are hang Tsilor Apypmt mthas ffy Thess hak 3 mt a alpiny ahhhiae smetig Kupang Parlle hritn kon - a La tan EE akp, Lhf 2 h ai Coscerns F farm smeryurn. Bull Yearling Road paved BYTERRY Record Editor BEIGIE 'mph speed limit sign" installation, as well. A portion of Bull A portion of Turkey. Yearling Road in Ridge South Road-from Stahardsvlle-from U.S. Bull River Road to paved as part of the pleted VDOT at the same time. Virginià Department of havé has noted they, Secondary Road Six-Year mental clearance and Plan. The Greene County project; scoping is now Board of. Supervisors underway. That. .20-mile approved the plan at its section will cost $55,000 The county has During the same time funds that arè allocat- Bull Yearling work was ed to it from a tele-fee being. done, the road and a district grant for to the Lydia Mountain unpaved roads annually. Lodge was also paved, The board votes on the and questions have sur- plan each year, includ- facedabouty whoj paid for ing whether to. add new that since it is private unpaved roads to the land. schedule.a and the prior- "The roads. he had ity for the work. Funds, paved within his land are accrued over sevéral werei not part oft thestate years before the work is project, sO no county The board. approved ed toward it," said Jim moving Bull Yearling to Frydi,: county director the front of the line in of planning and zoning Total cost for the pav-y "Yeah; Id like to clear ing of the .40-mile sec-! that up," Buck Shifflett, tion ofBullYearlingl Road, co-owner of Lydia was $130,606. A traffic Mountain Lodge and engineering review has'. Cabins in Stanardsville, been requested for a 35J, SeePAVING, PageA5 Route 33 to Saddleback Road-has Transportation (VDOT) Yearling Road-was received environ- been scheduled to 'be com- May12meeting.. to complete. completed. Jurie 2019, funding. was allocat- administrator, lor BACKED BY A FAPROUND