The Community Rating System (CRS) is a voluntary program that encourages community floodplain management that exceeds the minimum National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) standards. Under the CRS, flood insurance premiums are discounted 5%-45% to reward community actions that meet the three goals of the CRS:
Aside from a reduction in flood insurance premiums, other benefits of the CRS include:
For detailed CRS information that describes the available points and premium discounts, download the brochure: National Flood Insurance Program - Community Rating System (PDF)
Reach Long Island’s Climate Smart Communities Coordinators at: CSC@cameonengineering.com.
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