The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has recently re-evaluated flood hazards in the town and has compiled the final flood elevation determinations.  These elevations are incorporated into the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRM) which identify the Special Flood Hazard Areas in the community.

In order for Tyngsborough to remain eligible for the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), the new Flood Insurance Rate Maps must be adopted by the town and incorporated into the zoning by-law regulations.  Failure to enact the necessary floodplain management regulations will result in Tyngsborough being suspended from participation in the NFIP and subject to the prohibitions contained in the Flood Disaster Protection Act of 1973.

The Tyngsborough Planning Board, with cooperation from Town Counsel and state FEMA officials, has developed the necessary amendments for the zoning by-law.  A public hearing will be held on March 18, 2010 to officially endorse these amendments which will then be brought to the annual town meeting in May for official adoption into the Tyngsborough Zoning By-Laws.

Tyngsborough’s Flood Insurance Rate Maps will become effective on June 4, 2010.  At that time, the final printed and digital FIRM panels will be provided to the town.  Further information regarding these maps will be forthcoming.

Additional information and resources are available on the FEMA website at http://www.floodmaps.fema.gov/lfd/ .  In addition, feel free to contact the Planning Board or Conservation Commission offices if you require any additional information;

978-649-2300, ext. 115 or ext. 116.

Via The Tyngsborough Planning Board