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Step 7a: Identify areas of undeveloped land and their intersection with high-risk areas.
The purpose of this analysis is to identify opportunities beyond the existing built environment for reducing future hazard vulnerability. Identify the large tracts of undeveloped land in your community and, if possible, any future plans for growth. Overlay this information with the risk consideration areas.
Step 7b: Inventory high-risk undeveloped land.
Identify the type of land cover, land cover change over time (if possible), and zoning for all undeveloped land in high-hazard areas. This information should provide an overview of the potential for future development in high-risk area locations. With this information you can develop mitigation strategies that specifically target new development.
Step 7c: Assess the status of your existing flood insurance program participation.
It is possible to obtain aggregate data on National Flood Insurance Program policies from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). By establishing a ratio of policy-holders to households you can identify areas where education and outreach activities may be targeted as mitigation strategies.
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