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CABARRUS COUNTYZONING ORDINANCE CHAPTER 16 -FLOOD DAMAGE PREVENTION (8) Obtain actual elevation (in relation to mean sea level) of all public utilities in accordance with the provisions of Part 4, Section B(3). (9) When floodproofing is utilized for a particular structure, obtain certifications from a registered professional engineer or architect in accordance with the provisions of Part 4, Section B(3) and Part 5, Section B(2). -� (10) Where interpretation is needed as to the exact location of boundaries of the Special Flood Hazard Areas, floodways, or non - encroachment areas (for example, where there appears to be a conflict between a mapped boundary and actual field conditions), make the necessary interpretation. The person contesting the location of the boundary shall be given a reasonable opportunity to appeal the interpretation as provided in Part 4, Section D. (11) When Base Flood Elevation (BFE) data has not been provided in accordance with the provisions of Part 3, Section B, obtain, review, and reasonably utilize any BFE data, along with floodway or non - encroachment area data available from a Federal, State, or other source, including data developed pursuant to Part 5, Section D(2)(b), in order to administer the provisions of this ordinance. (12) When Base Flood Elevation (BFE) data is provided but no floodway or non - encroachment area data has been provided in accordance with the provisions of Part 3, Section B, obtain, review, and reasonably utilize any floodway data or non - encroachment area data available from a Federal, State, or other source in order to administer the provisions of this ordinance. (13) When the lowest floor and the lowest adjacent grade of a structure or the lowest ground elevation of a parcel in a Special Flood Hazard Area is above the Base Flood Elevation (BFE), advise the property owner of the option to apply for a Letter of Map Amendment (LOMA) from FEMA. Maintain a copy of the LOMA issued by FEMA in the floodplain development permit file. (14) Permanently maintain all records that pertain to the administration of this ordinance and make these records available for public inspection, recognizing that such information may be subject to the Privacy Act of 1974, as amended. (15) Make on' site inspections of work in progress. As the work pursuant to a floodplain development permit progresses, the Floodplain Administrator shall make as many inspections of the work as may be necessary to ensure that the work is being done according to the provisions of the local ordinance and the terms of the permit. In exercising this power, the Floodplain Administrator has a right, upon presentation of proper credentials, to enter on any premises within the jurisdiction of the community at any reasonable hour for the purposes of inspection or other enforcement action. (16) Issue stop -work orders as required. Whenever a building or part thereof is being constructed, Chapter 16 Page 18 of 35 Amended 2016 Non - Coastal Regular Phase Attachment number 2 \n G -4 Page 215