Florida Elevation Certificate Guide

An elevation certificate (EC) is a FEMA document (Form 086-0-33) that records: - The flood zone and BFE for the property - The elevation of the lowest floor of the building - The elevation of the lowest adjacent grade - The building's flood zone compliance status Elevation certificates are prepared by a Florida-licensed land surveyor, engineer, or architect. Pineland Engineering prepares elevation certificates for Florida properties.

An elevation certificate is required in Florida for: - Flood insurance rating for buildings in high-risk flood zones (AE and VE) - Building permits for new construction and substantial improvements in flood zones - Certificate of occupancy for buildings in flood zones - Verifying compliance with the local floodplain ordinance Pineland Engineering prepares elevation certificates for Florida properties and coordinates with the local floodplain administrator.