Requirements for proposed construction.
St. Louis Revised Code § 25.16.030
in effect25.16.030 - Requirements for proposed construction.
The Building Commissioner, in reviewing all applications for construction in flood hazard locations within the City, shall require that any such proposed construction must:
A. Be designed and anchored to prevent the flotation, collapse or lateral movement of the structure or portions of the structure due to flooding.
B. Use construction materials and utility equipment that are resistant to flood damage.
C. Use construction methods and practices that will minimize flood damage.
D. Provide adequate drainage in order to reduce exposure to flood hazards.
E. Locate public utilities and facilities on the site in such a manner as to be elevated or constructed to minimize or eliminate flood damage, such utilities and facilities including sewer, gas, electrical and water systems.
(1994 C., § 25.16.030; Ord. No. 56632, § 3, 1973.)
Source: City of St. Louis, Missouri, Revised Code of the City of Saint Louis, 2020, Annotated, and City Charter (Municode Library, library.municode.com)URL: https://library.municode.com/mo/st._louis/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=TIT25BUCO_CH25.16FLDABUPR_25.16.030REPRCOFetched: 11/1/2026