Flood Hazard Elevation and Siting Criteria for Residential Safe Rooms

This FEMA fact sheet provides guidance on siting and elevating residential safe rooms in relation to flood hazards. It outlines prohibited and allowable locations for safe rooms based on flood zones, including restrictions in floodways, high-velocity wave action areas (Zone V), and Coastal A Zones. The document details minimum elevation requirements for safe rooms in flood hazard areas, referencing FEMA P-361, FEMA P-320, and ICC 500 standards. It is intended for professionals involved in the design, installation, and approval of residential safe rooms in flood-prone areas.