I'm buying a new home and the bank, or my insurance company, needs to know if it is in a flood zone. Where can I find this information?
The Community Development Department (301-759-6442) has Flood Maps from the Federal Emergency Management Agency National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). They will compare your street address to the NFIP maps and can issue you a statement declaring your flood zone.

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1. The sidewalk in front of my house is broken or uneven, and I'm afraid someone may trip over it. Who's responsible for fixing it?
2. Why does the sump pump in my basement run all the time when it rains?
3. Sewer water is backing up into my basement, especially during a heavy rainfall. What can I do?
4. I'm buying a new home and the bank, or my insurance company, needs to know if it is in a flood zone. Where can I find this information?
5. I am looking to develop a site and need to know what utilities are available?
6. Do you have city maps?