2022 District of Columbia Code
Title 6 - Housing and Building Restrictions and Regulations
Chapter 5 - Flood Hazards
§ 6–502. Review of subdivision and other new development proposals

Universal Citation: DC Code § 6–502 (2022)
§ 6–502. Review of subdivision and other new development proposals.

The Mayor shall review subdivision proposals and other proposed new developments to assure that:

(1) All such proposals are consistent with the need to minimize flood damage;

(2) All public utilities and facilities, such as sewer, gas, electrical, and water systems are located, elevated, and constructed to minimize or eliminate flood damage; and

(3) Adequate drainage is provided so as to reduce exposure to flood hazards.

(May 26, 1976, D.C. Law 1-64, § 3, 22 DCR 7146.)

Prior Codifications

1981 Ed., § 5-302.

1973 Ed., § 5-1102.

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