What is the Flood Protection Elevation (FPE)?

The Flood Protection Elevation (FPE) is the elevation to which any structures within the floodplain are required to be protected. In compliance with the MWRD WMO, the Flood Protection Elevation is two feet above the BFE.  Within the Village of Winnetka, the FPE for the Skokie River is 627.3 NAVD 1988.  

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1. What is the 100-year flood plain?
2. What regulations must be followed for construction within and adjacent to the flood plain?
3. What is the Base Flood Elevation (BFE)?
4. What is the Flood Protection Elevation (FPE)?
5. When is my house considered in the flood plain?
6. My property was never in the flood plain before, why is it in the flood plain now?
7. When do I need to buy flood insurance?
8. Can I build in the flood plain?
9. Are there any restrictions for construction for homes adjacent to the 100-year flood plain?
10. What are the criteria for being able to construct a new home with a basement in the 100-year flood plain?
11. Can I make improvements to my existing home in the flood plain?
12. What is compensatory storage?
13. How can I find out if my property is located within the flood plain?