When buildings cannot be acquired or moved out of high-hazard areas, an alternative can be to protect them from flood damage with flood control structures or by retrofitting them.

Holistic community outreach is an important part of raising awareness about flood hazards. This activity awards points to communities that invest in local information programs.

Stormwater management plays a crucial role in planning around floods. How water is channeled and directed during flood events is driven by your community's urban fabric. As such, this activity awards points for regulating development to account for stormwater management considerations.