When do the new maps become effective?
The maps were officially adopted on February 3, 2015.

For more information on the mapping project process, please visit knowyourfloodriskMHK.com.

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1. What is a floodplain and how do I determine if my property is located in this area?
2. Why is Manhattan getting new flood hazard maps?
3. How might the new flood maps affect me financially?
4. How can I reduce the cost of flood insurance?
5. Who is responsible for updating the maps?
6. What is a Flood Insurance Rate Map?
7. What are the benefits of the new FIRMs?
8. How will the new FIRMs affect me?
9. What will happen if my property is remapped from a moderate- or low-risk area to a high-risk area?
10. What will happen if my property is remapped from a high-risk to a moderate- or low-risk area?
11. What does the new Homeowner Flood Insurance Affordability Act mean for me?
12. When do the new maps become effective?