100-year floodplains in Henrico County are referred to as Special Flood Hazard Areas (SFHA) in the County code. The SFHA consists of FEMA regulated floodplain as well as County only regulated floodplain. All development in SFHAs must meet the requirements of the County code and any applicable FEMA requirements. Henrico County’s Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) effective date is December 18, 2007. This is the map that is used by lenders to determine flood insurance requirements on properties. County only floodplains, which are depicted on the County GIS database, do not mandate a flood insurance requirement however development within this area is regulated by the County code. Citizens with questions are encouraged to visit the FEMA web site at (FEMA.gov) the map service center for general information or contact the Design Division for assistance.