This bill amends R.S. 51:912.22(8) to establish new standards for the installation of manufactured and modular homes in flood-prone areas, aligning with guidelines set by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The legislation specifies that the foundation of these homes must comply with FEMA's manual on Manufactured Home Installation in Flood Hazard Areas. Additionally, it allows state and local jurisdictions to implement more stringent elevation or freeboard requirements than those outlined in the FEMA manual, promoting higher standards for floodplain management.

Furthermore, the bill mandates that all permit applications and issued permits must include the Base Flood Elevation for the site and the required finished floor elevation, which incorporates any applicable freeboard. This ensures that installations are uniformly regulated based on the currently adopted Flood Insurance Rate Map, preventing variations based on outdated mapping sources. Overall, the bill aims to enhance safety and resilience in flood-prone areas through improved housing standards.

Statutes affected:
HB318 Original: 51:22(8)
HB318 Engrossed: 51:22(8)
HB318 Enrolled: 51:22(8)
HB318 Act 265: 51:22(8)